Ratings
AG 92
Identity
| Producer | Piero Busso |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOCG |
| Grapes | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep ruby red with red reflections |
| Aroma | Intense aroma with pronounced red berry fruit, floral notes, herbs, and hints of mint |
| Palate | Full-bodied with balanced tannins, silky texture, and a velvety character |
| Finish | Long finish with elegance, smooth tannins, and persistent fruity notes |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with roasted meats, pasta with red meat sauces, truffles, and hard cheeses |
| Aging Potential | Good aging potential, recommended to age several years for optimal development |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGH
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| Aging Process | Long aging in cellar and bottle to develop softness, balance, and silky tannins |
| Fermentation | Stainless steel fermentation |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 180-220 |
| Soil | Clay soils |
| Vine Age | 40-50 years |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Harvested manually from old Nebbiolo vines in Neive, aged 40-50 years |
Interesting facts
| Piero Busso's Barbaresco Mondino is made from Nebbiolo vines planted 40-50 years ago in Neive, Piedmont, Italy. The wine is known for its intense aroma and velvety tannins. |