# Passato Barbera d’Asti Superiore (2019)

- **Producer:** Bosio Family Estates srl
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Barbera
- **Region:** Piemonte, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €21
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red plum, red cherry, cloves, chocolate, vanilla, coffee, leather, dried fruit, earth

## 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.

## Interesting facts

- Some grapes are dried for over 20 days before fermentation.
- Vineyards are at an elevation of 200-300 meters.
- Average vine age is 25 years.
- Made with organically grown grapes.

## Food pairing

The wine's lively acidity cuts through the richness of fatty meats and creamy dishes, while its medium tannins provide a pleasant counterpoint to protein. Earthy notes in the wine can complement savory ingredients like mushrooms and root vegetables.

## 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.