# 805 (La Guardia)

> Red, Monferrato Rosso DOC by [La Guardia](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/la-guardia.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/la-guardia-805).

- **Producer:** La Guardia
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Monferrato Rosso DOC
- **Grape:** Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
- **Vinification:** The grapes are vinified separately as harvest times differ, Merlot first and then Cabernet Sauvignon. Fermentative maceration lasts about 10 days with pump-overs by the delestage technique. Cabernet (30%) is aged in barriques and Merlot (70%) in steel; after about a year the two wines are blended and bottled.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

A Monferrato Rosso from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, vinified separately and blended after about a year.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red colour with occasional garnet reflections. The nose is broad and complex, with red flowers, berries and spices; the palate is of personality, almost rustic and wild, wide, fresh and of good persistence.

## Food pairings

Pairs with red meats, roasts, truffle dishes and aged cheeses.