# Grigne (Montalbera)

> Red, Grignolino d'Asti DOC by [Montalbera](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/montalbera.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/montalbera-grigne).

- **Producer:** Montalbera
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Grignolino d'Asti DOC
- **Grape:** Grignolino
- **Production area:** Castagnole Monferrato, Montemagno, Piedmont
- **Vineyard planting:** Low trained Guyot system with 8-9 buds on the fruiting cane.
- **Vinification:** Traditional red method. Maturation in stainless steel tanks.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25


## Summary

Grigne is Montalbera's stainless steel Grignolino d'Asti DOC, a light, floral red with a characteristic bitter finish.

## Tasting notes

Faint ruby red which tends to orange shades after the first 18 months in the bottle. Floral and delicate nose with hints of marasca cherry, small berries and a delicate exterior of oriental spices. Dry and balanced on the palate, warm and pleasant, with a bitter aftertaste.