# Bussia (F.lli Giacosa)

> Red, Barolo DOCG by [F.lli Giacosa](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/f-lli-giacosa.md), Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/f-lli-giacosa-bussia-2).

- **Producer:** F.lli Giacosa
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo
- **Cru / vineyard:** Bussia
- **Production area:** Bussia subzone, Monforte d'Alba (Cascina Canavere vineyard)
- **Soil:** Clay-calcareous, with a high presence of magnesium and microelements
- **Vinification:** Non-invasive winemaking with lengthy maceration; aged in 30- and 60-hectolitre casks.
- **Serving temperature:** Room temperature, approximately 18C.
- **Storage:** Store the bottle horizontally, in a dark room, away from sudden temperature changes.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

Barolo from the family's Cascina Canavere vineyard in the Bussia subzone of Monforte d'Alba, one of the estate's most acclaimed crus.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red turning garnet red with age. Ample and persistent bouquet, flowery with hints of rose, developing complex notes of leather and tar. Dry, full-bodied, well balanced and velvety on the palate.

## Food pairings

Excellent with red meats, roasted, skewered or grilled, and especially with wild game.