Attilio Ghisolfi Barolo Bussia 2012 DOCG [WS 94]

Wine Spectator 94 points. A big, noble, long-ageing wine, Barolo is the pride and glory of old Piedmont, and the absolute master of the dining table. It wins over the palate with its strength, balance and body, holding it lengthily under its spell. Made from Nebbiolo grapes grown on more recently-planted vineyards in the Visette area of the village of Monforte d’Alba. Vinification: As with the other wines, only wild yeasts are used in the fermentation. The maceration on the skins lasts around 10 days, at a controlled temperature of between 25 and 30° C. Maturation: in oak casks holding 25-30 Hl for 30 months. Ageing: in the bottle for minimum 6 months. Colour: ruby, almost garnet red. Nose: flowery, rich, expansive and long. Taste: well-balanced, mature, deep and nicely tannic; good for drinking from an early age. #Ghisolfi