# Cortese dell'Alto Monferrato (Cantina Sociale Barbera dei Sei Castelli)

> White, Cortese dell'Alto Monferrato DOC by [Cantina Sociale Barbera dei Sei Castelli](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/cantina-sociale-barbera-dei-sei-castelli.md), Asti, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/cantina-sociale-barbera-dei-sei-castelli-cortese-dell-alto-monferrato).

- **Producer:** Cantina Sociale Barbera dei Sei Castelli
- **Style:** White
- **Denomination:** Cortese dell'Alto Monferrato DOC
- **Grape:** Cortese
- **Vinification:** Destemming and crushing, soft pressing, fermentation at controlled temperature (16-18 °C). About 4 months in steel tanks.
- **Serving temperature:** 8-10 °C
- **Storage:** Period (epoca) 0-2 years
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

A dry white from Cortese, light in colour and fresh in acidity, good as an aperitif.

## Tasting notes

Dry and light in colour, savoury and fresh, with mineral notes and a balanced palate.

## Food pairings

Appetizers, fish dishes, fresh cheeses, vegetarian dishes