Grape · Red
Bonarda
RedWSET level 3
Confusing name - in Argentina it's actually Douce Noir/Charbono. In Italy various grapes. Fruity and soft.
- Origin
- Italy / Argentina
- Climate
- Moderate to warm
- Skin colour
- Dark blue
- Alcohol
- 12-14%
- Ageing potential
- Young to medium
Taste profile
Aromas
- Plum
- Red cherry
- Violet
- Herbs
Where does it grow?
- Argentina (Mendoza)
- Emilia-Romagna
- Piedmont
Key wines
- Argentina Bonarda
- Bonarda Oltrepò Pavese
Food
Pasta, pizza, grilled meat
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