2005 Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barolo, Bussia Gran Bussia Riserva 1x750ml

Robert Parker 95

The 2005 Barolo Riserva Granbussia represents a selection of fruit from the oldest vines. This is an elegant and pure expression of Nebbiolo that shows a dark ruby hue and deeply finessed aromas of wild berry, wet earth, iron, black truffle and some sweet baking spice. This is an elegant and synthetic interpretation of the greater Bussia cru that extends down the crest of a long hill from Monteforte d’Alba to Barolo. The finish is elegant, silky and fine. Only 2,900 bottles were made. [Monica Larner, 28/09/2017]

Anticipated maturity: 2017-2035

Vinous 95+

The 2005 Barolo Riserva Granbussia is shaping up to be one of the great wines of the vintage. The bouquet is classic Barolo to the core. Pure rose petals, tar, licorice, orange peel and leather. The 2005 is a wine of contrasts. It is at once powerful yet delicate, rich yet weightless. In other words, it captures all of the elements that make Nebbiolo such a fascinating grape. Both bottles I tasted were spectacular. Within the context of Granbussia, the 2005 isn’t likely to be one of the longer-lived vintages, but it is stunning right now. [Antonio Galloni, 04/01/2012]

Anticipated maturity: 2013-2025