Belcolle Barolo DOCG "Simposio" 2020 - Country: Italy - Capacity: 0.75

The word 'Bussia' indicates that this Barolo is produced with grapes from one of the most prestigious 'cru' in the region. A restricted production area that is particularly suited to the Barolo DOCG denomination. We are in the municipality of Monforte d'Alba, in the province of Cuneo. Here the soils are calcareous-clayey and rich in minerals, giving the wine structure and complexity. It is no coincidence that the wines produced from this cru are renowned for their elegance, complexity and capacity for ageing. Cantina Belcolle's Barolo DOCG Bussia, therefore, can rightly be defined as a Piedmontese oenological excellence. A prestigious red wine produced from grapes harvested in the Belcolle vineyards located in the upper part of the cru, with a south-southwest exposure that guarantees excellent sunshine and balanced ripening of the grapes. Vinification follows a rigorous process. The grapes ferment in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for about 22-25 days. This is followed by post-fermentation maceration to extract colour and tannins. The wine then matures for 24 months in large oak barrels, where maturation is completed and complex aromas develop. A further refinement of 6 months in the bottle makes the wine ready to be tasted. The nose shows an intense and refined bouquet, characterised by notes of small red fruits, plums, cherries and spices. To these are added hints of dried flowers, liquorice and cocoa, with a mineral background that lends complexity. In the mouth it is soft and velvety, with well-integrated tannins and a pleasant freshness that makes it balanced and easy to drink. The structure is important and the aromatic persistence is long, with a mineral and lingering finish. A meditation wine, on the table it accompanies main courses of red meat and game, first courses with mushrooms and mature cheeses. ...