Bonarda Frizzante Giorgi 2024

The Bonarda Frizzante from Oltrepò Pavese produced by the Giorgi winery is appreciated for its fruity and lively taste, of remarkable immediacy. The name Bonarda is attributed to the wine made in Oltrepò Pavese with Croatina grapes, traditionally offered in a sparkling version. It seems that Croatina has been present in the Oltrepò Pavese area since the Middle Ages, always valued particularly for the grape's remarkable resistance to oidium, a fungus responsible for one of the most widespread and feared vine diseases.

Giorgi Bonarda Frizzante from Oltrepò Pavese originates from only hand-picked Croatina grapes collected during the second decade of September. In the winery, the bunches are first subjected to the operation of crushing and destemming, followed by the alcoholic fermentation of the must in temperature-controlled automated fermenters, where the skin maceration lasts for 8-10 days at a temperature of 28-30 °C. This is followed by the complete malolactic fermentation and aging of about 6 months always in steel at controlled temperature before the final bottling and commercialization.

The color of Giorgi's Bonarda Frizzante from Oltrepò Pavese is intense ruby red with violet hues. On the nose, distinct aromas of fresh fruit such as marasca and blackcurrant are perceived, combined with hints of almond and aromatic herbs. The taste is dry, dynamic, and lively, with the juicy freshness that combines with non-overpowering tannins in a seductive finish of good fruity persistence. Thanks to its accessible and convivial character, this Bonarda Frizzante represents the perfect choice for carefree moments, especially when paired with rustic cakes or boards of not overly aged cheeses and cured meats.