About this wine
A single-vineyard Barolo from the Romirasco parcel, sitting near the crest of the hill in the Bussia cru at around 400m altitude, on bluish marl soils rich in calcium carbonate and iron, with vines up to 55 years old. Considered the most powerful and spiciest of Aldo Conterno's three Bussia crus, and the primary component (about 70%) of the flagship Gran Bussia blend. It shows balsamic, floral and spicy aromas of great finesse, with dark fruit and forest-floor nuances dominating the palate.
The most intense and spice-driven of the three crus — a wine for those who already love powerful, structured Barolo.
Sommelier's Note
"Romirasco is the beating heart of Gran Bussia — tasted alone, it reveals just how much spice and power a single Bussia parcel can carry."
Food Pairings
Its power and spice suit braised venison, black truffle risotto, and long-aged Parmigiano Reggiano. Pairs impressively with Japanese beef sukiyaki or shoyu-based venison stew.
When to drink it
Milestone celebrations, serious collector tastings, pairing with game and truffle dishes
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Price Range
- $290-330 (approx. reference conversion)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Nebbiolo from the Romirasco parcel, Bussia MGA, Monforte d'Alba, at approx. 400m altitude on bluish marl soils rich in calcium carbonate and iron. Vines up to 55 years old. Traditional fermentation and extended aging in large Slavonian oak botti. ABV approx. 14.5%. Forms roughly 70% of the Gran Bussia blend in exceptional vintages.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is Romirasco the main component of Gran Bussia?
- Its high-altitude position and mineral-rich marl soils produce the most powerful and complex fruit of the three Bussia parcels, giving Gran Bussia its backbone at roughly 70% of the blend.
- How does Romirasco compare to Cicala and Colonnello?
- Romirasco is generally considered the most powerful and spiciest of the three, while Colonnello is the most elegant and Cicala the firmest in tannin.
- How long should Barolo Bussia Romirasco be cellared?
- It rewards long cellaring, typically showing best after 10-15 years, with top vintages continuing to evolve for decades.
Want to know more about this wine?
Ask Vinami's sommelier — no intimidation, just answers.
Talk to the SommelierMore wines from this producer
アルド・コンテルノ グラン・ブシア バローロ
Aldo Conterno Gran Bussia Barolo
RedNebbiolo
Gran Bussia is the undisputed flagship of Aldo Conterno, produced only in exceptional vintages from the finest plots within the Bussia MGA in Monforte d'Alba. A blend of three subplots—70% Romirasco, 15% Cicala, and 15% Colonnello—representing the pinnacle of Piedmontese winemaking. The wine spends at least 9 years in the cellar before release, including extended aging in large Slavonian oak casks (botti). The result is a wine of extraordinary complexity, power, and longevity, characterized by intense aromas of dried roses, tar, truffle, and dark berries, with firm, refined tannins that soften magnificently over decades.
バローロ・ブッシア
Barolo Bussia
RedNebbiolo
The estate's entry-level Barolo, a blend of the three Bussia subplots that make up Aldo Conterno's top single-vineyard wines — approximately Romirasco, Cicala and Colonnello — from vines averaging 35-40 years old within the Bussia Soprano cru in Monforte d'Alba. Fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged in large Slavonian oak botti in the traditionalist style. It shows cherry, raspberry, rose and sweet spice aromas with firm, fine-grained tannins, offering an accessible introduction to the house style before the single-vineyard bottlings.
バローロ・コロンネッロ
Barolo Colonnello
RedNebbiolo
A single-vineyard Barolo from the Colonnello parcel within the Bussia cru in Monforte d'Alba, planted mainly with the Michet clone of Nebbiolo on 420 A rootstock, from vines around 40-45 years old. Known as the most elegant and refined of Aldo Conterno's three Bussia crus, it shows dark-red berry and violet aromas with forest-floor nuances, full-bodied yet polished, with well-formed, finessed tannins and a long, controlled finish.
バローロ・チカラ
Barolo Cicala
RedNebbiolo
A single-vineyard Barolo from the Cicala parcel within the Bussia cru, separated from Colonnello only by a strip of forest, on blue calcareous clay soil rich in iron. Planted mainly with the Lampia clone of Nebbiolo on Rupestris du Lot rootstock, vines average 40-45 years old. Cicala shows firmer, bigger tannins than the neighboring Colonnello, yet remains dense, finely wrought and harmonious, with dark fruit, spice, minerals and licorice notes and superb elegance in top vintages.
イル・ファヴォ
Il Favot
RedNebbiolo
A Langhe Nebbiolo named after the Favot estate that Aldo Conterno purchased in 1969, the founding property of the winery. Sourced from younger vineyards (up to 15 years old) undergoing periodic replanting, with a shorter 6-8 day maceration to extract color and softness rather than heavy tannin. Graceful and elegant, with aromas of cinnamon, wild strawberries, dried cherries and camphor; full-bodied with velvety tannins, dried cherry and orange flavors, and a brilliant, acid-driven finish. Often described as the most outstanding example of a 'baby Barolo' style Langhe Nebbiolo.