Bonarda DOC
VINTAGE
2012
APPELLATION
Oltrepò Pavese DOC
AREA
Oltrepò Pavese, Lombardy
GRAPES
100% Croatina
VINIFICATION
The grapes are vinified following the traditional winemaking style in Oltrepò Pavese, which emphasizes the wine's rich, ripe fruit aromas. This process is followed by a re-fermentation in order to achieve the signature effervescent style.
COLOR
A stunningly bright ruby-red color
BOUQUET
Vinous with fruity scents of strawberries and ripe currants
PALATE
Full, persistent, dry, and effervescent; shows notes of ripe blackcurrant and cherry
FOOD PAIRINGS
Excellent with Italian cold cuts, meat-filled raviolis, barbecued meats, country-style soups, and aged cheeses
SERVING TEMPERATURE
57°F - 61°F
ALCOHOL LEVEL
12%
BOTTLE SIZE
750 mL