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Piemonte Grignolino DOC

by San Silvestro · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationPiemonteDOC
TypeRed
GrapesGrignolino
VineyardGrignolino cultivated principally on the hills between Asti and Casale Monferrato.
LineYoung red wines
San SilvestroPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

Grignolino is cultivated principally on the hills between Asti and Casale Monferrato.

Grapes

Grignolino, one of Piedmont's oldest native grape varieties.

Ageing

Refined in stainless-steel tanks.

Tasting profile

Clear ruby red. Thyme and wild flowers shape the nose. The palate is dry, medium-bodied and lightly tannic.

Serving and pairing

Pair with vegetable soup, risotto, savoury pies or tripe. Cellar life is approximately two to three years.

Label / history

The variety's name is associated with the Piedmontese word “grignole,” referring to the high number of seeds in each bunch.