Giacomo Fenocchio Azienda Agricola
Barolo Riserva Bussia 90 di 2019
| Denomination | DOCG Barolo Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | 6 months in stainless steel vats, 4 years in large Slavonian oak barrels (35-50 hl), followed by bottle ageing |
- Name and grape: Barolo DOCG Riserva 2019, 100% Nebbiolo, 14.5% vol
- Natural fermentation: in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts, no added yeasts
- Prolonged maceration: with submerged cap for up to 90 days to extract complex aromas
- Ageing: 6 months in stainless steel followed by 4 years in large Slavonian oak casks
- Sensory profile: notes of rose, truffle and leather; black cherry, spices and soft tannins
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Barolo Riserva Bussia 90 by Giacomo Fenocchio is a red wine of great depth, made from Nebbiolo grapes grown in the Piedmont region. A faithful expression of Barolo Riserva, it reveals an aromatic profile characterised by hints of rose, truffle and leather. On the palate, clear notes of black cherry, spices and aromatic herbs emerge, supported by velvety tannins and a complex structure that ensures a long and pleasant persistence.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the Bussia vineyard, a historic terroir where the rows grow at around three hundred metres above sea level with optimal south-west exposure. The vines sink their roots into soil of Helvetian origin, composed of clay and limestone sediments rich in iron. This specific geological combination, together with low yields, is crucial in giving the wine its pronounced depth of flavour and remarkable longevity.
How it is produced
The harvest, carried out in mid-October, marks the start of a traditional vinification process. Fermentation takes place naturally in steel tanks, thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts. The key stage is the ancient technique of submerged cap maceration, which lasts for ninety days to extract the finest components from the skins. Afterwards, the wine rests in steel before maturing for a long time in large Slavonian oak barrels, completing its ageing in the bottle.
History and Curiosities
An authentic expression of Piedmont, Barolo Riserva Bussia 90 by Giacomo Fenocchio originates from Helvetian soils rich in iron. Its elegance is the result of the ancient submerged cap fermentation lasting 90 days with indigenous yeasts, a technique that allows for the extraction of intense aromas of rose and truffle. The multi-award-winning 2019 vintage matures for four years in Slavonian oak barrels, acquiring remarkable complexity and velvety tannins. This natural fermentation enhances on the palate the absolute purity and persistence of a historic vintage.
Awards
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2019
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2019
95/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2019
93/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2019
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
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2019
94/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1850
- Oenologist: Claudio Fenocchio
- Bottles produced: 90.000
The grapes are grown in the vineyard Bussia, 4 hectares of land exposed to the southwest on clayey and lime-rich, iron-rich land. Since 1972 the company also owns a vineyard in Cannubi, and since 1995 it is part of the property also a vineyard in Villero, another historic, highly vocated vineyard.
The cultivation in all the vineyards is based on the principles of sustainability aimed at reducing the environmental impact more and more. All of this has led Claudio to vinify with a safe hand, without consulting, in a traditional manner and minimizing the interventions in the cellar, obtaining as a result of sincere wines, respectful of terroir and vintage; Wine away from homologation, but incredibly fascinating for their intense aromas and perfumes: in one word, unique. Read more
| Name | Giacomo Fenocchio Barolo Riserva Bussia 90 di 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Giacomo Fenocchio Azienda Agricola |
| Story | History and Curiosities An authentic expression of Piedmont, Barolo Riserva Bussia 90 by Giacomo Fenocchio originates from Helvetian soils rich in iron. Its elegance is the result of the ancient submerged cap fermentation lasting 90 days with indigenous yeasts, a technique that allows for the extraction of intense aromas of rose and truffle. The multi-award-winning 2019 vintage matures for four years in Slavonian oak barrels, acquiring remarkable complexity and velvety tannins. This natural fermentation enhances on the palate the absolute purity and persistence of a historic vintage. |
| Origin | Barolo |
| Soil composition | Helvetian with clayey and calcareous sediments, rich in iron. |
| Yield per hectare | 70 q/ha |
| Harvest | Mid-October |
| Fermentation | Up to 90 days |
| Production technique | Traditional long maceration method: natural fermentation without added yeast in stainless steel tanks; submerged cap technique using slats (up to 90 days) |
| Wine making | Traditional method with long maceration: natural fermentation without the addition of yeasts in stainless steel tanks; ancient technique of submerging the cap, which can last up to 90 days. |
| Aging | 6 months in stainless steel vats, 4 years in large Slavonian oak barrels (35-50 hl), followed by bottle ageing |
| Total acidity | 5.5 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |