# Barolo Bussia V. Fantini (Amalia Cascina in Langa)

> Red, Barolo Bussia DOCG by [Amalia Cascina in Langa](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/amalia-cascina-in-langa.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/amalia-cascina-in-langa-barolo-bussia-v-fantini).

- **Producer:** Amalia Cascina in Langa
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo Bussia DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo
- **Cru / vineyard:** Bussia - Vigna Fantini
- **Production area:** Monforte d'Alba
- **Soil:** Diano sandstone from the Tortonian period, high sand content
- **Exposure:** South-West, 450m a.s.l.
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot, 5000 plants/ha, planted 2007, yield 6.0 t/ha
- **Vinification:** Hand-harvested in crates. Destemming-crushing, floating cap maceration with daily pumping over for ~20 days. Malo-lactic fermentation, then 32 months ageing in 26 hl French oak barrels. Bottle ageing before release.
- **Serving temperature:** 18-20°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-02-18



## Tasting notes

The Barolo Bussia V. Fantini reveals a profound garnet color, offering an intricate bouquet of dark cherry, rose petals, and a touch of tobacco. On the palate, it is exceptionally structured and powerful, with firm yet refined tannins and remarkable longevity.
[Profiles: bold, elegant, tannic, complex, structured, aromatic]

## Food pairings

Braised beef al Barolo, truffle dishes, aged cheeses, game