Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG "La Bogliona" 2011

Denomination: Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG "La Bogliona" 2011

Year: 2011

Grapes: 100% Barbera

Production area: in the locality of Bogliona, on the border of the three municipalities of Castel Rocchero, Montabone and Acqui Terme, at 400 m a.s.l., predominantly sandy soil.

Vinification: Aging for a minimum of 18 to a maximum of 36 months in large French oak barrels from Allier then 2 years in the bottle

Alcohol: 14-14.50%

Total acidity: 6.5 g / l

Longevity: from 10 to 20 years, it is best tasted after the fifth year

Serving temperature: 16 ° C.

Color: ruby red with bright purple reflections

Bouquet: intense, unique, characterized by the scent of plum and powerful complexity

Taste: dry, austere, mineral and savory, velvety after the fifth year, unmistakable freshness and unforgettable persistence

Food matches: agnolotti, Piedmontese mixed boiled meat, medium-aged cheeses

Special features: Burgundy bottle with an elongated neck and amber color made exclusively for Scarpa; the winery logo is stamped on the glass