The Barolo Bussia Dardi Le Rose is history in a bottle. A historic Piemontese winemaking family, the Colla clan owns four estates in the Langhe. The great Beppe Colla acquired the Dardi le Rose property in Bussia in the early 1960s, recognising it as a superior Barolo site. Here, over 6ha of Nebbiolo are planted on the steep slope rich in calcareous marls. The 2016 is restrained, taut and slightly austere at the moment but exceptionally enduring and not lacking in grace. With a sinewy palate and firm, chalky tannins, there is ample fragrance and flavour to back this up. Raspberry, strawberry, cinnamon and cedar lead to a tangy pomegranate and sour cherry finish. Traditionally crafted and clean, with heaps of soul and intrigue.