COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Bosio Family Estates srl
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Passato Barbera d’Asti Superiore 2019 by Bosio Family Estates is a DOCG wine from Piedmont, Italy. The Bosio family's winemaking tradition dates back centuries, with 'Passato' reflecting this deep heritage. The grapes are sourced from vineyards in Bionzo and Costigliole d'Asti, grown in calcareous clay soil with an average vine age of 25 years. This wine is distinguished by its use of organically grown grapes and a specific winemaking technique involving the partial drying of fruit. The 2019 vintage benefited from mild winter conditions leading to consistent vineyard growth.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Some grapes are dried for over 20 days before fermentation.
Fact 02
Vineyards are at an elevation of 200-300 meters.
Fact 03
Average vine age is 25 years.
Fact 04
Made with organically grown grapes.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Passato Barbera d’Asti Superiore 2019 is produced by Bosio Family Estates. The winemaking process involves native fermentation in temperature-controlled steel tanks. A distinctive technique is employed where approximately 50% of the grapes are concentrated in a drying room for over 20 days before being blended with fresh grapes. Skin maceration occurs over six days to enhance color and body. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for two years in a combination of French tonneaux and Slovenian casks.
