# Bona (I Dof Mati)

> Red, Colline Novaresi Vespolina DOC by [I Dof Mati](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/i-dof-mati.md), Alto Piemonte, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/i-dof-mati-bona).

- **Producer:** I Dof Mati
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Colline Novaresi Vespolina DOC
- **Grape:** Vespolina 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Ronco al Maso
- **Production area:** Ghemme
- **Soil:** Clay soil with acidic reaction
- **Harvest:** Hand-picked into crates in the second ten days of October, arriving intact at the winery.
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot training, yield 65 quintals per hectare.
- **Vinification:** Aged 16 months in steel and 6 months in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-17°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-26



## Summary

Bona is I Dof Mati's 100% Vespolina, ruby red with peppery spice and fresh cherry aromas. Its name honours Bona of Savoy, who helped broker peace between the Sforza and Savoy families at Ghemme in 1467.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red, with the variety's unmistakable peppery spice and intense aromas of fresh fruit: sour cherry and cherry. Fresh and soft on the palate, with spiced notes alongside red fruit and floral hints.

## Food pairings

Excellent with cured meats and local cuisine, first courses, flavourful meats and cheese.