# Rabengo (Castino)

> Red, Monferrato Rosso DOC by [Castino](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/castino.md), Nizza, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/castino-rabengo).

- **Producer:** Castino
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Monferrato Rosso DOC
- **Grape:** Barbera 70%, Nebbiolo 30%
- **Production area:** Single vineyard
- **Exposure:** South-east
- **Harvest:** Early October
- **Vinification:** Barbera and Nebbiolo from a single vineyard are harvested and vinified together. Alcoholic fermentation in a Slavonian oak vat, then 24 months in French oak barriques. Made only in the best vintages since 1997.
- **Serving temperature:** 18°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

Barbera and Nebbiolo blend from one vineyard, produced only in the best vintages since 1997 and aged 24 months in French barriques.

## Tasting notes

Deep garnet red. Broad, rich nose of ripe fruit with spicy and ethereal notes. Structured and enveloping on the palate.

## Food pairings

Meat dishes and aged cheeses; the producer suggests dark chocolate. Open the bottle a few hours before serving.