# Bussia (Bel Colle)

> Red, Barolo DOCG by [Bel Colle](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/bel-colle.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/bel-colle-bussia).

- **Producer:** Bel Colle
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Bussia
- **Production area:** Monforte d'Alba, Bussia
- **Soil:** Clayey-calcareous
- **Exposure:** South-southwest
- **Vinification:** Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with post-fermentation maceration for 22-25 days, malolactic fermentation at controlled temperature, selected yeasts, 36 months in oak barrels and a rest in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 18°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

Barolo from the Bussia cru in Monforte d'Alba, 36 months in oak.

## Tasting notes

Typical notes of red fruits, plums and cherries, and spices such as pepper. On the palate delicate, velvety and well balanced, with fresh acidity.

## Food pairings

Red meat, furred game, very rich fish dishes such as baked turbot, fine cheeses