Barolo Bussia DOCG 2020 - Francesco Clerico

The Aristocratic Complexity and Longevity of Nebbiolo in the Bussia Cru

The Clerico Barolo Bussia DOCG 2020 is a highly prestigious Piedmontese red wine. It is the expression of one of the most renowned historic vineyards in Monforte d'Alba. The vines grow on the typical Sant'Agata Marls, a calcareous and clayey soil. The weather patterns of 2020 allowed the Nebbiolo grapes to achieve optimal ripeness. In Francesco Clerico's cellar, a organic philosophy is followed. The wine ferments with indigenous yeasts and remains in contact with the skins for a month, before maturing for approximately two and a half years in large wooden casks.

Characteristics of Barolo Bussia by Francesco Clerico

This prestigious red wine guards the authentic identity of the Langhe, elevating varietal traits to a superior level of clarity through a clean sensory profile of unquestionable quality consistency:

• Alcohol Content and Blend: 14.50% Vol. / 100% Nebbiolo.
• Visual Examination: Classic garnet red color, clear and endowed with a conspicuous and elegant visual consistency when swirled in the glass.
• Olfactory Profile: The olfactory spectrum reveals an aristocratic complexity, in which crisp red fruits merge with balsamic whispers, hints of dark spices, flint, and wet earth.
• Palate and Finish: The 2020 vintage offers a vibrant and deep palate, supported by a precise tannic texture and a perfect harmony between acidic freshness and structure. The finish develops austere, persuasive, and long-lasting.

Recommended Pairings with Barolo Bussia Francesco Clerico

This great Piedmont wine pairs perfectly with the traditional cuisine of the Langhe, thanks to a structure capable of balancing rich and succulent dishes:

• Rich First Courses: Tajarin pasta with Alba white truffle (the structure of Barolo cleanses the richness of the butter without overpowering the truffle aroma) or dense Agnolotti del Plin with roast meat sauce, which matches perfectly with the spicy notes of the wine.
• Meat Main Courses: Slowly cooked Fassona beef Brasato al Barolo, traditional Piedmontese Finanziera (the acidity and tannin cleanse the mouth from the complexity of the recipe), or stewed wild boar with polenta.
• Cheeses: Aged Castelmagno DOP, a savory and pungent cheese that finds an ideal partner in Barolo Bussia.

Technical Sheet and Service Conditions

• Service Temperature: 18-19°C (to be reached gradually).
• Recommended Glass: Large glass for great red wines (Burgundy style) to favor proper oxygenation and the relaxation of the tannins.
• Opening and Service: Uncork at least 2 or 3 hours before consumption. The use of a decanter is recommended for the 2020 vintage to accelerate opening and soften young tannins. Use with caution only to separate sediments if the bottle is aged for many years.

The Artisanal Identity and Rigor of Francesco Clerico

The winemaking management of the Francesco Clerico winery focuses on enhancing the historic Bussia MGA, interpreting the austere Piedmontese grape variety through a strictly artisanal and low-intervention approach. The choice to adopt organic certification and to exclusively use indigenous yeasts and large casks reflects the desire to respect the mineral imprint of Monforte d'Alba's soil. This philosophy translates into bottles of extreme grace and elegance, capable of narrating the authentic spirit of the Langhe and consolidating the brand's authority among international collectors of great red wines.