# Barbera d’Alba (Costa di Bussia)

> Red, Barbera d’Alba DOC by [Costa di Bussia](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/costa-di-bussia.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/costa-di-bussia-barbera-d-alba).

- **Producer:** Costa di Bussia
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d’Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Bussia, Tenuta Arnulfo
- **Soil:** Grown on a ridge of medium fertility where the clay is lightened by a good amount of sandstone; the mineral richness favours balance and savouriness.
- **Exposure:** West
- **Harvest:** Harvest is by hand; it usually starts in September with Chardonnay, then Dolcetto, Barbera and Nebbiolo in autumn.
- **Vineyard planting:** Planted 2006 to 2007 (about 2.5 ha)
- **Vinification:** About a week of maceration; aged partly in stainless steel and partly in large oak casks.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

The estate’s classic Barbera, from a west-facing ridge, aged partly in steel and partly in large cask.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red; wild strawberry and fresh notes typical of the variety, pleasantly spicy. Gentle and easy-drinking on the palate.

## Food pairings

Cured meats, grilled meats, game, aged cheeses.