The Canavere di Giacosa Fratelli Barolo Bussia DOCG 2019, 14.5% ABV, 0.75 l, comes from the renowned Bussia sub-region in Monforte d’Alba, one of the most prestigious sites in the Barolo region. The Nebbiolo grape variety thrives here on soils whose balanced ratio of clay and limestone components, as well as their high content of magnesium and trace elements, plays a decisive role in the wines’ characteristic structure. The vineyard’s location at the entrance to the valley allows for significant day-night temperature fluctuations, which ensure optimal physiological ripeness and pronounced fruity nuances. Vinification follows a deliberately gentle, non-aggressive approach with extended maceration, before ageing takes place in large wooden casks of 30 or 60 hectolitres, which significantly supports the wine’s elegant tannin structure and harmonious development.


The 2019 vintage impressively showcases the classic character of the Bussia vineyard, combining power, depth and structure with a particular finesse that is unique to this part of Monforte d’Alba. The combination of terroir, traditional vinification and barrel ageing gives this Barolo excellent ageing potential and makes it attractive to both collectors and connoisseurs of great single-vineyard wines. The wine reveals its full character best when served at a temperature of around 18°C, at which point its complexity and inner balance are particularly evident.