Notes from The Piedmont Guy:

"Castagnole Monferrato holds the illustrious honor of being the birthplace of Ruché. This grape is a unique red variety found primarily in the rolling hills northwest of the town of Asti, where only seven villages hold the distinction of producing wines under the DOCG. Ampelographers have discovered that Ruché is, in fact, the genetic offspring of the red grape Croatina and the now extinct white grape Malvasia Aromatica di Parma, also known as Malvasia Odorosissima and often compared to Moscato Bianco."

 Flor impressions:

A fascinating nose that is equal parts intense and complex. Deeply herbal, with woody anise, dried oregano and bay leaf. Cola and cinnamon spice add further intrigue. It's incredible that one grape variety can give this wide of a range of aromas. On the palate, bitter dried herbs mingle with black cherry. Slightly rustic, medium tannins are well balanced by its rounded texture and mild acidity.

-GG, tasted 3/13/24