# Albarossa (Franco Ivaldi)

> Red, Piemonte DOC Albarossa by [Franco Ivaldi](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/franco-ivaldi.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/franco-ivaldi-albarossa).

- **Producer:** Franco Ivaldi
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Piemonte DOC Albarossa
- **Grape:** Albarossa
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25


## Summary

Albarossa, a cross of Nebbiolo di Dronero and Barbera bred in 1938 by Prof. Dalmasso and trialled at Tenuta Cannona, is a deep ruby red with red fruit and spice notes, powerful structure and slow, long ageing potential.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby red color with an intense scent of red fruits, spice and a characteristic vegetal note. Powerful structure marked by pleasant freshness, the right tannic vein, great softness and excellent persistence. Ages slowly, keeping exceptional expressiveness for several years.

## Food pairings

Recommended with the great dishes of the Italian tradition.