# Grignolino (Fontanafredda)

> Red, Piemonte DOC by [Fontanafredda](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/fontanafredda.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/fontanafredda-grignolino).

- **Producer:** Fontanafredda
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Piemonte DOC
- **Grape:** 100% Grignolino
- **Vinification:** Traditional fermentation with 7-8 days of maceration at 23-25°C; refined 4-5 months in stainless steel before spring bottling, with further balance developing in bottle
- **Serving temperature:** 14-16°C
- **Storage:** 2-4 years
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-06



## Summary

Fontanafredda's take on Grignolino, one of Piedmont's lightest and most food-friendly native reds.

## Tasting notes

Lightly coloured, ruby to almost cherry-red, with garnet highlights that deepen with age; delicate, peppery and refreshing in the mouth as is typical of Grignolino

## Food pairings

Cured meats, light antipasti, poultry