2015 "Granbussia" Barolo Bussia Riserva

The 2015 Barolo Gran Bussia is a very sexy wine. Ripe, seamless and inviting, the 2015 is impeccably done. Fully ripe tannins wrap around a core of plum, blood orange, sweet spice, pomegranate and new French oak. All the elements are nicely balanced. There's a lot to like about the Gran Bussia, but I find the oak imprint a touch strong. On the other hand, at nearly ten years of age, the 2015 is quite fresh, which deserves to be noted. I find pricing for the Gran Bussia completely out of touch with reality, but it is a very beautiful wine, there's no doubt about it.

- Antonio Galloni (01/2025)

Mellowing nicely, this red features overtones of white truffle, rose and autumn woods that complement the raspberry, cherry, sweet hay, iron and oak spice aromas and flavors. Supported by bracing acidity and a dense matrix of tannins, with a long, layered aftertaste. Compelling. Best from 2026 through 2048. 250 cases made, 18 cases imported.

- B.S.