Description
The Bonarda dell’Oltrepò Pavese PDO is reserved exclusively for Red wine.
Production Area
The production area of Bonarda dell’Oltrepò Pavese PDO is within the territory of numerous municipalities in the hills of Oltrepò Pavese in the Province of Pavia, in the Lombardy region.
Description of product typologies
Bonarda dell’Oltrepò Pavese PDO is bright crimson red in colour; the nose displays an intense bouquet of red fruit; it is pleasing on the palate, with the sensation of red fruit returning and persisting in the finish. “Vivace” may be displayed on the label of wines that are sparkling due to the carbonic dioxide content, which is the result of an exclusive and natural fermentation process, according to provisions of current European regulations. Vinification must be carried out in the municipalities within the production area, although, taking into consideration traditional situations, these operations may take place within the entire territory of the Province of Pavia.
Additional specifications
It is mandatory that the Bonarda dell’Oltrepò Pavese PDO is distinguished by the inseparable combination of the collective mark and the designation.
