Accornero · Bricco del Bosco · Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese · Piedmont, Italy · 2022

The Moment

This is the bottle you open when you want something honest and alive — pale, aromatic, and unmistakably food-driven. It’s a wine for aperitivo hours, small plates, and tables where freshness matters more than power.

What It Feels Like

The nose is lifted and floral, led by rose petals and wildflowers. Fresh red fruit follows — wild strawberry, raspberry, and cherry — layered with delicate spice notes of white pepper and clove. A subtle balsamic lift, hinting at eucalyptus and dried herbs, adds complexity without weight.

On the palate, the wine is bright, zesty, and immediately refreshing. Light to medium in body, it delivers juicy red fruit with clarity and snap, balanced by Grignolino’s signature fine-grained tannins and mouth-watering acidity. The texture is taut rather than soft — energetic, precise, and deeply drinkable.

The finish is persistent and elegant, lingering with red berries, herbs, and gentle spice that keep the wine lively through the last sip.

Perfect For

Charcuterie boards and cured meats
Grilled chicken, rabbit, or duck
Fatty fish like grilled salmon
Cheese nights — from soft cheeses to classic pizza
Meals that favor brightness over richness

The Vibe Pairing

Playlist energy: Italian indie, acoustic folk, relaxed vinyl
Aura color: Transparent ruby, rose petal, dried herbs
Time of day: Aperitivo → casual dinner → one glass more than planned

Why We Love It

Grignolino is one of Piedmont’s most misunderstood grapes — pale, aromatic, high-acid, and endlessly food-friendly. This 2022 from Accornero captures the variety’s charm perfectly: transparent, savory, and refreshing, especially with a light chill. A wine that disappears quickly and leaves you reaching for another bottle.

Chillable & Light · Still Red