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2020 Barale Fratelli "Bussia" Barolo

2020 Barale Fratelli "Bussia" Barolo

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Kerin O'Keefe

Reviewed March 2024
Aromas of leather, camphor and crushed rose mingle with cake spice and forest floor on the stunning 2020 Barale Fratelli Bussia. Full-bodied and juicy, the savory palate recalls fleshy Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry, nutmeg and almond liqueur framed in enveloping, fine-grained tannins.

Professional Reviews

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Wine Advocate

In the bottle with the light brown label, the Barale Fratelli 2020 Barolo Monrobiolo di Bussia offers a warm-vintage profile with generous black fruit aromas. You get dried raspberry and blackcurrant in this certified organic Barolo. There is a hint of branded plum on the close. Fruit comes from 280 meters above sea level in a vineyard planted in typical Sant'Agata marl soils. Production is small, with just 1,290 bottles made.

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Vinous

Review Date: 01/2024
The 2020 Barolo Bussia is laced with hints of sweet pipe tobacco, cedar, mint, leather and dried herbs. There's good inner sweetness behind all the acid and tannin, it just needs time to emerge. A host of floral, spice and savory notes lifts the finish nicely. This embryonic Barolo is promising. (AG)

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Wine Enthusiast

Review Date: 07/2024
The wine's nose is an intricate bouquet of mint, wild thyme, sour plum, and sour cherry, interlaced with the scent of drying flowers and medicinal herbs, rounded out by a note reminiscent of an Amaro's botanicals. On the palate, elegant and pretty, tart and vibrant red fruits shine through, enveloped by savory herbs that provide a compelling contrast. The finish is earthy, supported by fine yet firm tannins. *Cellar Selection* (JP)

Notes

Barale Fratelli's 2020 Barolo "Bussia" is a distinguished expression of Nebbiolo from the esteemed Bussia vineyard in the Barolo region. The 2020 vintage experienced favorable conditions, resulting in a wine that harmoniously balances elegance and complexity. In the glass, this Barolo presents a bright ruby red color with clear garnet tones. The nose is fragrant and beguiling, offering a bouquet of violets and crunchy cherries, including sealing wax and a subtle hint of resin. On the palate, it spans a wide arc, with concentrated fruit at the core and compact tannins, leading into a long finish. This vintage has garnered significant acclaim, including a score of 94 points from Falstaff, highlighting its depth and complexity. The 2020 Barolo "Bussia" is approachable now with decanting but also has the potential to age gracefully over the next two decades, gaining further nuance and sophistication. This wine exemplifies Barale Fratelli's dedication to crafting Barolos that reflect the authentic character of their terroir, combining traditional winemaking techniques with a modern sensibility.

Details

OriginBarolo, Piedmont, Italy
Type/VarietalNebbiolo
SKU1798540