# Primordio (Amelio Livio)

> Red, Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG by [Amelio Livio](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/amelio-livio-soc-agricola-semplice.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/amelio-livio-primordio).

- **Producer:** Amelio Livio
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG
- **Grape:** Ruchè
- **Production area:** Grana, one of the seven municipalities of the province of Asti where Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato is grown
- **Soil:** Clay soils on sunny, steep hillsides
- **Harvest:** Medium to early ripening, usually from mid-September depending on the climate
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-09



## Summary

Ruchè from Grana, the wine that marks the beginning for sisters Arianna and Daniela Amelio. A rare red from clay soils on sunny hillsides.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red with purple shades, with violet reflections when young that turn to bright orange with time. Fine, persistent bouquet of ripe cherry and apricot, with hazelnut, compote, blackberry and raspberry. Soft, velvety taste with robust structure and a rich alcoholic content.

## Food pairings

Seasoned cheeses, roasts and game