A Doc wine (as per Ministerial Decree of November 22, 1994) bringing together different wines produced in several towns around Asti and Alesssandria. When there are no further indications, it refers to Monferrato Rosso and Monferrato Bianco, produced with respectively red-berry and white-berry grapes (both non-aromatic and authorised). Besides these two varieties, there are several others, including Dolcetto, Freisa, Cortese and Chiaretto (ciaret), rosé wine made from different grapes (Barbera, Bonarda, Dolcetto, Freisa, etc.).
Chiaretto Monferrato is perfect for an aperitif, light appetizers and fish dishes. Serving temperature: 10-14 °C. Dolcetto Monferrato is a wine to be enjoyed throughout meal and prefers cold meats, cheeses, mixed boiled meats and mushroom-based dishes. Freisa Monferrato is perfect paired with white meats, pasta dishes and soups. For both the serving temperature is 18-20 °C.
