1978 Barolo Riserva Gran Bussia

Aldo Conterno’s 1978 Barolo Riserva Granbussia was another ex-cellar magnum that was stratospheric. As one might reasonably expect from a Barolo that is mostly Monforte fruit, the wine revealed a deeper, richer tonality than the Mascarello, along with a well-articulated, vibrant aromas and flavors that recalled violets, black cherries, sweet spices and menthol.  It was easily one of the greatest Granbussias I have ever tasted.