# Castelnovello (Terre dei Santi)

> Red, Monferrato Rosso Novello DOC by [Terre dei Santi](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/terre-dei-santi.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/terre-dei-santi-castelnovello).

- **Producer:** Terre dei Santi
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Monferrato Rosso Novello DOC
- **Grape:** Freisa, Barbera
- **Production area:** Freisa from the Castelnuovo Don Bosco area, Barbera from San Damiano d'Asti and Castelnuovo Don Bosco
- **Vinification:** Hand-picked in small crates. Whole bunches go through carbonic maceration for at least 12 days at about 28 C, then gentle pressing and temperature-controlled fermentation. No maturation.
- **Serving temperature:** 16 to 18 C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-30



## Summary

The estate's novello, released in early November and best drunk by the following spring.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red with violet reflections. Floral and above all fruity, with fresh red fruit. Low in tannin and alcohol, soft, fresh and light.

## Food pairings

Chestnuts, grilled meats, cooked salumi and rich soups such as bagna caoda.