What kind of wine is Bolgheri DOC “Aska” 2022 - Banfi?

The Bolgheri DOC “Aska” 2022 - Banfi is an elegant and modern red wine, born in the heart of the Tuscan Maremma, an area renowned for producing red wines with great personality. Made from a careful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, it represents the perfect expression of Banfi's savoir-faire: an ideal balance between Tuscan tradition and international spirit. The wine's body is full and harmonious, with a solid and velvety structure that makes it enjoyable even when young, but also capable of evolving over time.

Vintage details

The 2022 vintage was characterized by a balanced climate, with a warm but ventilated summer and well-distributed rainfall. These conditions ensured regular ripening of the grapes, yielding healthy and concentrated bunches. The result is a wine of great aromatic intensity and freshness, with mature and silky tannins.

Vinification and aging

For the Bolgheri DOC “Aska” 2022 - Banfi, the grapes are hand-harvested and subjected to controlled fermentation in stainless steel. Maceration on the skins – the contact time between must and pomace to extract color and aromas – lasts about two weeks, ensuring complexity and depth in the wine. This is followed by a period of aging in French oak barriques for about 10-12 months, which softens the tannins and enriches the bouquet with spicy and toasted notes.

Tasting notes

Color

Visually, the Bolgheri DOC “Aska” 2022 - Banfi presents a deep and brilliant ruby red color, with slight purplish nuances that highlight its youth.

Nose

The aroma is intense and refined: notes of ripe red fruits – such as cherry and currant – emerge, accompanied by delicate hints of Mediterranean herbs, vanilla, and sweet tobacco, due to the wood aging. The bouquet is broad and enveloping, capable of evolving in the glass with ever new nuances.

Palate

On the palate, Aska is balanced and rich. The body is full, supported by soft and well-integrated tannins, which give structure without being aggressive. The finish is long and pleasantly fruity, with an elegant close where the spicy notes perceived on the nose return.

Food pairings for Bolgheri DOC “Aska” 2022 - Banfi

This wine finds its maximum expression when paired with structured and flavorful dishes. It is ideal with:

• grilled or roasted red meats;
• game and feathered game;
• aged cheeses and Tuscan pecorino cheeses;
• pasta dishes with ragù or meat sauces.

Thanks to its elegance, the Bolgheri DOC “Aska” 2022 - Banfi is also perfect to accompany an important dinner or a relaxed tasting moment.

Storage and aging: how to store Bolgheri DOC “Aska” 2022 - Banfi wine

To maintain its characteristics, the Bolgheri DOC “Aska” 2022 - Banfi should be stored in a cool, dark place, with a constant temperature between 12°C and 16°C, and controlled humidity to preserve the cork. It is advisable to store bottles horizontally, away from heat sources and vibrations.

Thanks to its structure and the quality of the grapes, Aska is a wine that can age in the bottle for several years. Over time, it develops greater aromatic complexity and softness, offering an even deeper sensory experience. A perfect investment for those looking for a wine to drink today or to happily keep in their cellar.