Resulting from a blend of Barbera (70%) and Nebbiolo (30%) grapes, this wine shows the character and breeding of the vineyards in Bussia, a cru which is recognized as being one of the very best in the entire Barolo wine-making area. This very combination of concentration and - at the same time - elegance led us to name this wine after the area it is grown in

Planting density:	5500 vines/ha.
Altitude:	350 m. asl.
Average age:	12/30 years.
Position:	facing west, south-west.
Soil:	marly, white tufa.
Vinification:	no selected yeasts are used; only native species. As the two varieties ripen at different times, they are picked separately selecting only the best grapes, which then macerate for around 6/8 days with appropriate controlling of the temperature. The two wines are blended following fermentation.
Maturing:	in small oak barrels for around 12/15 months.
Ageing:	in the bottle for 6 months, at a controlled temperature of 15° C.
Colour:	deep garnet red.
Nose:	elegant fruit, with blackberry and currants accompanied by sweet liquorice overtones.
Taste:	rich, with powerful extract. Vigorous tannins, with a final sensation of good balance and persistence.
Storage temperature:	between 13° and 15° C.
Serving temperature:	15° C.
Pairings:	risottos, rabbit roulade, braised meats.
Bottles produced:	approx. 5000