The word Cru is reserved for the Barolo regions best vineyard sites. One of these famous sites is Bussia located in the commune of Monforte dAlba. Monforte wines are known as some of the most robust and tannic. However, the special situation of the Bussia Cru results in a gentler texture while preserving weight and structure. Nebbiolo vines are planted in soils consisting mostly of clay and limestone on a hillside facing south. This combination of soil and aspect results in well-concentrated and structured wines with long-term aging poten