What grows here
Casale Monferrato
18 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Situated between the provincial hub of Alessandria and the northern plains of Vercelli, Casale Monferrato acts as the geographic anchor for its surrounding hills. This transition zone fosters a unique microclimate that breathes life into Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese DOC, a pale yet tannic red wine produced across only 34 local municipalities. In total, the town's territory boasts 18 overlapping protected denominations. To experience these traditions firsthand, wine enthusiasts can connect with four verified local producers based directly in the municipality, two of whom open their winery doors for tastings.
Municipality
Born on this land
DOCGBarbera d'AstiDOCBarbera del MonferratoDOCGBarbera del Monferrato SuperioreIGBrandy italianoIGGénépi des AlpesDOPGorgonzolaDOPGrana PadanoIGGrappaIGGrappa di BaroloIGGrappa piemonteseDOCGrignolino del Monferrato CasaleseDOCMonferratoIGPMortadella BolognaDOCPiemonteIGPSalame CremonaIGPSalame PiemonteDOPSalamini italiani alla cacciatoraIGPVitelloni Piemontesi della Coscia