Piero Busso, Langhe Nebbiolo, 2023

Piero Busso, a traditionalist known for crafting beautifully detailed Barbaresco, brings the same finesse to his Langhe Nebbiolo. Sourced from younger vines in Barbaresco and surrounding areas, this 2023 bottling offers a more accessible take on Nebbiolo while still retaining the grape’s signature complexity. The vintage, marked by freshness and balance, highlights the purity of fruit and the vineyard’s limestone-rich soils. Red cherry, wild strawberry, and dried rose petals lead the nose, layered with hints of licorice, spice, and subtle earth. The palate is vibrant yet refined, with silky tannins and bright acidity providing lift and length. While approachable now, a short decant unlocks even more depth. Perfect with pasta al ragù, roasted meats, or aged cheeses, this is an elegant, food-friendly Nebbiolo that delivers classic Piemontese character with immediate charm.