Scarpa Barbera d'Asti Superiore La Bogliona Magnum 2020

Scarpa Barbera d'Asti Superiore La Bogliona Magnum 2020 is a powerful, age-worthy expression of Barbera from one of Piedmont’s most traditional houses, presented here in the impressive 1.5L magnum format. Sourced from the renowned La Bogliona vineyard, this wine showcases the depth, energy and refinement that Barbera can achieve in the right hands. The 2020 vintage balances ripe fruit concentration with vibrant structure, making it both immediately captivating and built for the long haul.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, La Bogliona 2020 shows a deep, intense ruby color with violet highlights, hinting at both youth and concentration. The nose opens with dark cherries, blackberries and ripe plum, followed by layers of dried roses, violets, licorice, sweet spices and a touch of graphite and tobacco, reflecting its traditional élevage and serious structure. On the palate, this Barbera is full-bodied yet finely poised, with the grape’s hallmark acidity providing lift and precision. Juicy black and red fruits are framed by notes of balsamic, cocoa, subtle vanilla and savory herbs, supported by firm but well-integrated tannins. The magnum format further enhances its aging potential: while already approachable with some aeration, this 2020 has the structure to evolve beautifully over 10–15+ years, gaining complexity, silkier texture and more tertiary notes of leather, truffle and dried fruit with time.

Production
La Bogliona is Scarpa’s flagship single-vineyard Barbera d’Asti Superiore, sourced from old vines rooted in calcareous-clay soils in the heart of Monferrato, a classic Barbera terroir that naturally delivers concentration and vibrant acidity. Harvesting is done by hand, with rigorous selection of bunches in the vineyard and at the cellar, ensuring only perfectly ripe, healthy grapes are used. Fermentation traditionally takes place in stainless steel or concrete with extended maceration to extract depth of color, aroma and structure, followed by a long maturation in large Slavonian oak botti. This restrained, classic oak regime allows the character of the vineyard and grape to take center stage, resulting in a wine of real finesse and longevity.

Food & Serving
This Barbera d'Asti Superiore is an exceptionally versatile food wine, pairing beautifully with rich Piedmontese classics such as braised beef (brasato al Barolo), osso buco, veal shank, and game dishes, as well as truffle risotto, mushroom pasta, lasagne and aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano or Grana Padano. It also works well with charcuterie, slow-cooked ragùs, and grilled lamb or pork. Serve at 16–18°C to highlight its freshness and aromatic detail. Decanting for 1–2 hours is recommended in its youth, especially from magnum, to allow the wine to fully open and reveal its layered bouquet and refined structure.

Producer
Casa Scarpa, founded in the mid-19th century and firmly shaped in the 20th century by the visionary Mario Pesce, is one of the historic, reference-point producers of Piedmont. Based in Nizza Monferrato, Scarpa has long championed a traditional, terroir-driven approach, focusing on Barbera and Nebbiolo well before the region captured global fame. The estate is known for its meticulous vineyard work, restrained use of oak and commitment to long aging in bottle, often releasing wines later than its peers to ensure optimal drinkability. La Bogliona is among Scarpa’s most celebrated labels, recognized by collectors and critics as a benchmark Barbera d’Asti that demonstrates the grape’s capacity for depth, complexity and graceful aging.

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