What grows here
Refrancore
20 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Situated in the low-lying hills of the Basso Monferrato, just thirteen kilometers east of Asti, Refrancore offers a highly specialized viticultural terroir. This commune is one of only 7 municipalities authorized to grow the rare, aromatic grape for Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG. Out of 20 protected designations overlapping this territory, local production is anchored by 1 verified producer crafting these highly expressive wines. The clay-limestone soils of these Asti ridges imbue the local Ruchè with signature notes of wild berries and white pepper, securing Refrancore's distinct place in Piedmont's viticultural landscape.
Municipality
Born on this land
DOCGBarbera d'AstiDOCBarbera del MonferratoDOCGBarbera del Monferrato SuperioreIGBrandy italianoDOPCrudo di CuneoDOCFreisa d'AstiIGGénépi des AlpesDOPGrana PadanoIGGrappaIGGrappa di BaroloIGGrappa piemonteseDOCGrignolino d'AstiDOCMonferratoIGPMortadella BolognaDOCPiemonteDOCGRuchè di Castagnole MonferratoIGPSalame CremonaIGPSalame PiemonteDOPSalamini italiani alla cacciatoraIGPVitelloni Piemontesi della Coscia