2018 Attilio Ghisolfi 'Bussia' Barolo
In 1985, Carlo Ghisolfi foresaw the value of Barolo wines and acquired nine acres in the "Cru Bussia." His son, Attilio, expanded with 21 more acres, initially used for various fruits. In 1987, Carlo's grandson, Gianmarco, joined, leading to a focus on grapevines and wine production. The inaugural 1988 Ghisolfi-labeled wine, Barolo Bricco Visette, became a renowned Barolo "Cru." The vineyards, with south and north exposures, showcase prized Barolos and Attilio Ghisolfi's Barbera, cultivated sustainably without chemical fertilizers or herbicides.
Crushed red berries, new leather, and botanical herbs create the nose, accompanied by a hint of cedar. The palate, linear and youthfully austere, reveals dried cherry, baking spice, and licorice, leading to a hazelnut finish. Firm, fine-grained tannins offer support, while fresh acidity maintains focus. Enjoy from 2023 to 2028.
James Suckling
Attractive strawberries, orange zest and some fresh roses and spice box on the nose. Juicy and bright, with a transparent but full-bodied palate, laden with tight, sandy tannins. Chewy and austere, but attractive.
Wine Enthusiast
Aromas of crushed red berries, new leather and botanical herbs form the nose along with a whiff of cedar. Linear and youthfully austere, the elegantly structured palate shows dried cherry, baking spice and licorice before a hazelnut finish. Firm, fine-grained tannins provide support while fresh acidity keeps it focused. Drink 2023–2028. — Kerin O’Keefe
Wine Enthusiast
Aromas of crushed red berries, new leather and botanical herbs form the nose along with a whiff of cedar. Linear and youthfully austere, the elegantly structured palate shows dried cherry, baking spice and licorice before a hazelnut finish. Firm, fine-grained tannins provide support while fresh acidity keeps it focused. Drink 2023–2028. — Kerin O’Keefe