Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Cesare Bussolo
Label Name:
 
Barbera D'alba Roscaleto
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Barbera d'Alba (La Morra, Piemonte)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
15.5%
Grape(s):
 
100% Barbera
Method:
 
Hand‑harvested, extremely low yields (~0.5 kg/vine); spontaneous fermentation with extended maceration (≈26–28 days); malolactic fermentation; 24 months in oak (≈28–30% new); bottled unfiltered.
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
14-15
Tasting Note:
 
Deep red‑violet; aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry, orange peel, licorice and balsamic herbs. Concentrated, high‑acid palate with rich dark fruit, spice and integrated oak; velvety texture and long, savory finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: grilled entrecôte/ribeye, roasted lamb, braised beef, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses. Asian: Korean BBQ, char siu, beef ramen, Peking duck, Sichuan braised beef.
Vineyard Info:
 
Cesare Bussolo, La Morra native and former Roberto Voerzio collaborator. Roscaleto vineyard sits SE La Morra (~320m) on white clay; 40–45 year vines, organic management, high‑density planting and very limited production.
Awards/Ratings:
 
90 pts (Aperitif, Norway); consistently listed by specialty merchants; very