# Il Giullare (Carlin de Paolo)

> Rosé, Monferrato DOC Chiaretto by [Carlin de Paolo](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/carlin-de-paolo.md), Asti, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/carlin-de-paolo-il-giullare).

- **Producer:** Carlin de Paolo
- **Style:** Rosé
- **Denomination:** Monferrato DOC Chiaretto
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Piedmont Region, Province of Asti
- **Soil:** Sandy, calcareous, rich in mineral salts
- **Vineyard planting:** Altitude 180 to 350 m above sea level; traditional Piedmontese guyot, 4,000 to 4,500 vines per hectare; yield 110 quintals per hectare; average vine age 20 to 30 years.
- **Vinification:** Made as a rosé, fermented at around 12°C for 30 days.
- **Serving temperature:** Serve at around 8 to 10°C.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

A 100% Barbera Chiaretto rosé fermented cool for 30 days; 12.5% alcohol.

## Tasting notes

Pink with characteristic yellowish reflections recalling onion skin. Intense, persistent and intriguing, with floral notes joined by discreet tropical fruit recalling pineapple, mango and papaya. Dry, harmonious and fresh.

## Food pairings

Perfect as an aperitif and with simple fish dishes, and astonishing with cured meats.