# Albarossa (Marenco)

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

- **Producer:** Marenco
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Piemonte DOC Albarossa
- **Grape:** Albarossa 100%
- **Production area:** Strevi and Cassine
- **Exposure:** Well-exposed vineyard site
- **Vineyard planting:** One of the first Albarossa vineyards in Piedmont, planted on a hilltop above Strevi in 2001 by winemaker Patrizia Marenco.
- **Vinification:** Grapes hand-picked into small crates, fermented in small stainless-steel vessels, then aged in 225 and 1500-litre oak barrels for at least 18 months before bottling. Alcohol 14% vol.
- **Serving temperature:** Serve in large glasses at 18°C.
- **Storage:** Store the bottle lying down, in the dark, in a cool place; let it rest a few minutes after opening. Ages well for over 10 years.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

A Piemonte DOC Albarossa, a Barbera x Chatus cross first bred to unite the two varieties, from vines Marenco planted on a Strevi hilltop in 2001, among the first Albarossa plantings in Piedmont.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby red leaning to garnet. Intense, enveloping, complex bouquet led by fruit, with nutmeg and other spice notes. Full, structured, persistent and harmonious on the palate.

## Food pairings

Cured meats, boiled meats, roasts, aged cheeses; suited to red meat, liver or offal cooked with herbs. Also pairs surprisingly well with braised, fried or grilled fish.