Reds
LATITUDO 45
Bonarda D.O.C. Colli Piacentini
The “Latitudo 45” is the parallel that crosses the land where this extraordinary grape is cultivated, harvested, and transformed in this unique and complex wine that is also ideal for long-term ageing.
Type: Still, 100% aged in 500-litre tonneaus during 12-18 months, from long aging
Grape variety: 95% Bonarda (Croatina), 5% other black grapes
Year of planting: 1947
Training system: Low Guyot
Soil: Loose, medium textured, clayey
Average yield per hectare: 5000 Kg
Alcohol content: 13,5% vol.
Serving temperature: 15-18°C
Organoleptic characteristics: Deep ruby-garnet red colour with marked bouquet of freesias, violets, wild cherries, cut grass, white pepper, cocoa, and leather; vibrant, fresh-structured palate, with fruity and vegetal overtones.
Pairings: Traditional italina pasta dishes such as lasagna and meat based sauces; beef stew with potatoes, venison, pork steaks with beans.