# Bonina (Paitin)

> Red, Langhe DOC Freisa by [Paitin](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/paitin.md), Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/paitin-bonina).

- **Producer:** Paitin
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Langhe DOC Freisa
- **Grape:** Freisa 100%
- **Production area:** Bonina di Alba - Langhe
- **Soil:** Marly limestone of the Marne di Sant'Agata fossili sabbiose, in the western part of the Rivoli area near Cascina Bonina
- **Exposure:** West, 260-300 meters above sea level
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot, planted 1980
- **Vinification:** Destemmed and pressed, then ferments and macerates ten days in stainless steel. Aged 6 months in 10-25 hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels about 10 years old.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-28


## Summary

Bonina revives Paitin's historic Freisa: Giuseppe Elia owned Freisa vines vinified by his son Secondo until 1968, and production resumed only in 2018, after 60 years, on the decision of Secondo's sons Giovanni and Silvano and his nephew Luca.

## Tasting notes

This Langhe Freisa displays a vibrant ruby hue, offering an aromatic nose of wild berries, violets, and a hint of white pepper. The palate is fresh and lively, with firm tannins and a savory, persistent finish.