Description
It has always been considered the wine for special occasions, to share with your family. No historical information is available for the Ruchè grape variety and the little we know is based on oral tradition. This characteristic and fine red wine, known both in Italy and abroad, is produced from Ruchè grapes grown in 7 towns in the Asti province, including Castagnole Monferrato, from which it takes its name, with the addition of Barbera and Brachetto grapes.
Data Sheet
Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato Docg
Production regulations: D.M. October 8, 2010
Grape Variety: Ruchè from 90% to 100%; while the remaining 10% can be made from Barbera or Brachetto grapes.
Colour: ruby red with light violet hues, sometimes orangey.
Bouquet: intense, persistent, slightly aromatic, fruity, at times spicy with ageing.
Palate: Dry, round, harmonious, sometimes slightly tannic, medium-bodied and light aromatic aftertaste, sometimes with hints of wood.
Minimum alcohol content: 12,50% vol.
Production regulations: D.M. October 8, 2010
Grape Variety: Ruchè from 90% to 100%; while the remaining 10% can be made from Barbera or Brachetto grapes.
Colour: ruby red with light violet hues, sometimes orangey.
Bouquet: intense, persistent, slightly aromatic, fruity, at times spicy with ageing.
Palate: Dry, round, harmonious, sometimes slightly tannic, medium-bodied and light aromatic aftertaste, sometimes with hints of wood.
Minimum alcohol content: 12,50% vol.
Consortium
Consorzio Barbera d'Asti e Vini del Monferrato
Administration: Via Morelli, 15 14100 Asti (AT)
T +39 0141 598998 F +39 0141 598984
www.viniastimonferrato.it consorzio@viniastimonferrato.it
Administration: Via Morelli, 15 14100 Asti (AT)
T +39 0141 598998 F +39 0141 598984
www.viniastimonferrato.it consorzio@viniastimonferrato.it
DO YOU KNOW
A wine with a fruity and aromatic bouquet, in the mouth it reveals a dry, medium-bodied taste, making it suitable for traditional Piedmontese starters such as agnolotti, typical main courses and cheeses. It should be drank usually 2-3 years after bottling and it is best served in Bordeaux chalices at a temperature of 16-18 °C.