COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Bosco Agostino
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barbera d'Alba Volupta Bosco Agostino 2017 is a red wine from the Barbera d'Alba DOC appellation in Piedmont, Italy. Produced by the family-run winery Bosco Agostino, which began winemaking in 1979, the wine carries the 'Volupta' designation, suggesting a wine of greater body and importance. As a 'Superiore' wine, it meets elevated quality benchmarks. The estate is managed by Andrea Bosco, who emphasizes the typicity of the region in his winemaking.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€24
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Barbera d'Alba Volupta is a 'Superiore' designation, indicating higher quality standards.
Fact 02
The name 'Volupta' hints at a wine with a richer, more indulgent character.
Fact 03
Bosco Agostino transitioned from grape selling to winemaking in 1979.
Fact 04
Piedmont is home to some of Italy's most prestigious red wines.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Barbera d'Alba Volupta Bosco Agostino involves fermentation in steel tanks following maceration. While standard Barbera d'Alba typically ages in steel, the 'Volupta' designation implies a period of aging in barriques, potentially for around 15 months. This process aims to develop the wine's structure and complexity while respecting the typicity of the Piedmontese territory.
