COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Bosio Family Estates srl
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The BelColle Ape Reale is a 100% Barbera wine from the Barbera d'Alba DOC in Piedmont, Italy. The name 'Ape Reale' translates to 'Royal Bee.' The wine is produced by Bosio Family Estates srl, a family-run winery established in 1967 with a philosophy that blends local heritage with a global outlook. Their vineyards are situated in the Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato areas, a region recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The grapes are sourced from the Alba area, known for its significant wine production.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€17
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Ape Reale means 'Royal Bee' in Italian.
Fact 02
Grown in the Alba area, near Barolo and Barbaresco.
Fact 03
Bosio Family Estates has a 'Glocal' philosophy.
Fact 04
Piedmont's wine region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the BelColle Ape Reale begins with the soft crushing and de-stemming of the Barbera grapes. The must then undergoes static fermentation in steel tanks, utilizing selected yeasts and maintaining a controlled temperature of 25°C. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 6 months in steel tanks. Bosio Family Estates focuses on meticulous vineyard management and grape selection from established growers throughout Piedmont.
