# Opera Prima (Ferraris Agricola)

> Red, Ruché di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG Riserva by [Ferraris Agricola](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/ferraris-agricola.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/ferraris-agricola-opera-prima).

- **Producer:** Ferraris Agricola
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Ruché di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG Riserva
- **Grape:** Ruché
- **Soil:** Extremely sand-rich soil.
- **Vinification:** Long maceration and patient extraction; ages about 30 months in tonneaux, then at least a year in bottle.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-26



## Summary

Made only in exceptional years, from a small, very sandy plot in the heart of the Ruché area; the estate describes it as born from the bond between a grandson and his grandfather.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby red, almost impenetrable to the eye. Very elegant on the nose, with notes of red fruit such as blackberry and cherry in spirit. Unexpectedly balanced on the palate, combining body with vibrant freshness.