# Casalina (F.lli Rovero)

> Red, Grignolino d'Asti DOC by [F.lli Rovero](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/f-lli-rovero.md), Asti, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/f-lli-rovero-casalina).

- **Producer:** F.lli Rovero
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Grignolino d'Asti DOC
- **Grape:** Grignolino 100%
- **Production area:** Monferrato hills.
- **Harvest:** September.
- **Vinification:** Fermentation in stainless steel at 24-26 C with 10 days of maceration; malolactic fermentation follows spontaneously and the wine is bottled young. Matured 4 months in stainless steel. Ageing potential 2 to 4 years.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-30



## Summary

A Grignolino d'Asti from the Monferrato hills, macerated 10 days and aged four months in steel. The producer notes it as a variety Pope Francis's grandfather grew in Asti.

## Tasting notes

Light ruby red with intense scents of red fruit such as cherries and strawberries. Intense fruity flavours, good structure, medium body and a pleasant aftertaste.

## Food pairings

Roasts and steaks, stews and braises, grilled vegetables, pasta, cured meats, cheese flans, skewers, meatballs, ratatouille.