# Sanrocco (Cantina Sociale di Nizza)

> Red, Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG by [Cantina Sociale di Nizza](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/cantina-sociale-di-nizza.md), Nizza, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/cantina-sociale-di-nizza-sanrocco).

- **Producer:** Cantina Sociale di Nizza
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG
- **Grape:** Ruchè 100%
- **Production area:** Castagnole Monferrato
- **Exposure:** South-east, south-west
- **Harvest:** Hand-picked at advanced ripeness
- **Vineyard planting:** Vineyards at 200/300 m a.s.l., Guyot training on vertical trellis, vine age over 15 to 20 years, 90 q/ha
- **Vinification:** Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, malolactic fermentation in tank, then 6 months rest in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-18°C
- **Storage:** Consumption window 3 to 5 years
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato from the Monferrato, a native Piedmontese variety made in small quantities. Ruchè 100%, 15% vol.

## Tasting notes

Not too deep a ruby. Entirely floral opening of violets, red roses and a distinctive note of flowering geranium, followed by blackberry and morello cherry fruit or spice such as pepper and cardamom. Dry yet soft on the palate, decidedly smooth, with a soft, velvety structure and polished tannins softened by alcoholic warmth; the nose returns in the finish.

## Food pairings

Good affinity with aged and blue cheeses and filled egg pasta. Red meats, both slow-cooked like stew and roasted; also structured white meats such as curry or mustard preparations. Unusual pairing: truffled anchovies or lamb with mushrooms.