# Cris (Davide Cavelli)

> Red, Monferrato Nebbiolo Superiore DOC by [Davide Cavelli](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/davide-cavelli.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/davide-cavelli-cris).

- **Producer:** Davide Cavelli
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Monferrato Nebbiolo Superiore DOC
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo
- **Production area:** Prasco (AL), around 295 m above sea level
- **Exposure:** South-east to south-west
- **Harvest:** Mid-October
- **Vineyard planting:** Average vine age around 25 years, average yield about 60 quintals per hectare
- **Vinification:** Aged in tonneaux after fermentation to enhance elegance and persistence.
- **Il Vino Bello rating:** 4/5
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25


## Summary

A single-variety Nebbiolo from the Monferrato, harvested in mid-October and aged in tonneaux for added elegance and persistence.

## Tasting notes

Velvety and harmonious. Dark ruby red, with a fruity, characteristic aroma of ripe cherry and red rose.

## Food pairings

Filled fresh pasta, red meats, aged cheeses.