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Barolo Bussia Prunotto 2011 (750ML)
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Bussia's amphitheater-shaped slope in Monforte d'Alba has been bottled on its own by Prunotto since 1961, and the estate today belongs to the Antinori family. The 2011 is made entirely from Nebbiolo. It is a big, full-bodied Barolo with plenty of intensity and power, and its tannins remain firm and assertive. The fruit, by contrast, has moved forward quickly for its age, so this is a bottle to open now rather than one to lay down; critics framed its drinking window as running through 2026. That combination of grip and ready fruit calls for rich, slow-cooked dishes that can stand up to the tannins. Braised beef short ribs, a wild boar ragù over pappardelle or a wedge of aged Castelmagno will meet it on equal terms.
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Country
Italy
Region
Piedmont
Appellation
Barolo
Color
Red
Varietal
Nebbiolo
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Critic Reviews
Antonio Galloni
93 Points
93 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: “Dark cherries, plums, scorched earth, menthol and licorice emerge from the 2009 Barolo Bussia. This is an especially muscular Barolo with tons of depth and resonance. Like so many 2009s, the Bussia will drink well early despite its considerable power and intensity. The 2009 turns balsamic, deep and expressive with time in the glass.�
James Suckling
94 Points
94 Points, James Suckling: “This smells like top Burgundy with light earth, flowers and berries. Full body, with ultra-fine tannins and a beautiful palate of subtle yet intense fruits and a long, long finish. Wonderful finish. Best ever from here? Try this in 2016.�
Zachys
94 Points
94 Points, Zachys Buying Team: “We had this wine for the third time just yesterday and it what was striking about it is just how approachable this Barolo is. The ripe and integrated tannins from the 2009 vintage deliver a softer and more feminine side to the historic slopes of Monforte d’ Alba in the hands of the Antinori team at Prunotto. There are no hard edges here. Very clean and finessed, this is a Barolo for those that appreciate the classic and elegant side to the noble Nebbiolo. It is high toned and light on its feet in the ripe vintage delivering signature notes of wild strawberries, dried red fruit, baked earth, rose petals, citrus peel, and tea.�
Wine Advocate
92 Points
92 Points, Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2011 Barolo Bussia offers an elegantly streamlined and silky approach. The wine is subtle and subdued, but it also shows long persistence that leaves a delicate fabric of fruit and spice on the finish. I want to say that Barolo is more simplistic compared to many of its peers. That may be the case, but that simplicity also translates into a soothing and melodic sense of harmony and elegance." 09/16
