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Technical information
Producer
|
Bovio |
Name
|
Barolo DOCG |
Variety
|
Nebbiolo |
Vintage
|
2021 |
Gradation
|
13.5% |
Format
|
75 cl |
 Aromatic profile |
Notes of rose, cherry, spices, licorice |
Vinification method
|
Steel fermentation, long maceration |
Region
|
Piedmont |
Production area
|
Langhe |
Country
|
Italy |
Type
|
Red wine |
Aging
|
Minimum 3 years |
Type of cask
|
Large oak casks and barriques |
 Color |
Intense ruby red |
Serving temperature
|
18-20°C |
Recommended consumption
|
From 5 to 15 years |
Pairing
|
Red meats, game, aged cheeses |
The Barolo DOCG from Bovio winery is an authentic expression of the Langhe terroir, known for its wines of extraordinary elegance and complexity. Made exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes, this wine stands out for its deep connection with the Piedmontese wine tradition.
The winemaking follows traditional methods, with a long maceration of the skins and subsequent aging in oak barrels, which give the wine a robust structure and exceptional aging potential. The Bovio Barolo seduces with its intense garnet color with orange nuances that develop with aging.
On the nose, the Barolo DOCG offers a complex bouquet of aromas: notes of ripe cherry, tobacco, leather, and subtle hints of dried rose and fine spices. This profound olfactory variety precedes a palate where power and elegance harmoniously blend. The entry is vigorous, supported by mature yet still lively tannins and a freshness that promises a long evolutionary path.
In the mouth, the wine reveals layers, with a rich range of flavors that reflect its bouquet, plus additions of wet earth and mineral traces that strengthen its connection to the land of origin. The finish is long and persistent, with a pleasant vein of acidity that tantalizes the palate, inviting another sip.
The Bovio Barolo DOCG is ideal to accompany rich and savory dishes, such as red meat roasts, game, and aged cheeses. Its structure and complexity also make it perfect to be enjoyed on its own, as a contemplative wine.
The winemaking follows traditional methods, with a long maceration of the skins and subsequent aging in oak barrels, which give the wine a robust structure and exceptional aging potential. The Bovio Barolo seduces with its intense garnet color with orange nuances that develop with aging.
On the nose, the Barolo DOCG offers a complex bouquet of aromas: notes of ripe cherry, tobacco, leather, and subtle hints of dried rose and fine spices. This profound olfactory variety precedes a palate where power and elegance harmoniously blend. The entry is vigorous, supported by mature yet still lively tannins and a freshness that promises a long evolutionary path.
In the mouth, the wine reveals layers, with a rich range of flavors that reflect its bouquet, plus additions of wet earth and mineral traces that strengthen its connection to the land of origin. The finish is long and persistent, with a pleasant vein of acidity that tantalizes the palate, inviting another sip.
The Bovio Barolo DOCG is ideal to accompany rich and savory dishes, such as red meat roasts, game, and aged cheeses. Its structure and complexity also make it perfect to be enjoyed on its own, as a contemplative wine.
The winery
Azienda Agricola Bovio Gianfranco – Winery in Piemonte (Langhe, La Morra / Castiglione Falletto)
Discover the story and wines of Azienda Agricola Bovio Gianfranco.
Family-run winery in La Morra (Piedmont) producing Barolo and other typical wines of the Langhe, showcasing the estate’s individual crus through parcel-by-parcel vinification and traditional methods.
Region:
Piemonte (Langhe, La Morra / Castiglione Falletto)
Country:
Italia
Founded:
1976
Grapes:
Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, Chardonnay
Family-owned winery operating for multiple generations.
Vineyards distributed across the historic crus of La Morra and Castiglione Falletto.
Portfolio featuring various Barolo labels as well as Nebbiolo Langhe, Barbera and Dolcetto.
Emphasis on parcel-based vinification and traditional methods.
Renovated tasting room and wine shop open to the public.
Winery history
The Bovio family has been in La Morra for generations. In the 1950s and 1960s Alessandro Bovio farmed grapes on a small scale. In the 1970s Gianfranco renovated the winery, and in the following years the estate began selling Nebbiolo and Barolo. Since then the estate has expanded and modernized the winery, and management has gradually passed to the next generations.
Production philosophy
The winemaking approach is founded on respect for tradition and the land: each vineyard is vinified separately to express the characteristics of the individual cru, with artisanal care in the vineyard and cellar and aging in large casks where appropriate. Attention is focused on patience, precise management of the parcels and fidelity to the character of the Langhe.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards located in La Morra and partly in Castiglione Falletto, with estate crus designated as Annunziata, Rocchettevino, Parussi, Gattera and Arborina. The estate reports approximately ten hectares of vineyards distributed across the principal MGAs of the Langhe, with vinifications carried out separately by parcel.
Awards and recognitions
Bovio's wines have received high ratings from international critics: in particular, their Barolo expressions have earned high scores from James Suckling, Robert Parker and Wine Spectator across several vintages.
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