The 2000 Barolo Bussia is equally muscular and solid but riper and richer than the regular bottling, ampler and more penetrating in aroma, and both more concentrated and more sensual in texture. It will need a bit of time. Drink: 2006-2018. Importer: Winebow, Hohokus, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

This shows extraordinary fruit on the nose, with loads of crushed raspberry and plums, as well as a hint of wet earth. Full-bodied, with ultrarefined tannins and a long, ripe fruit aftertaste. Well-crafted. Needs bottle age. Best after 2008. 1,500 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add