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Cascina Lieto Vino Rosso Frizzante 'Croche' 2022
Vintage Character
Cascina Lieto Vino Rosso Frizzante 'Croche' 2022 is a dry, lightly sparkling red from Monferrato in Piedmont, blending Barbera and Freisa in a style rooted in the region’s long tradition of vivacious everyday wines. The warm, dry 2022 growing season generally produced smaller yields and concentrated fruit, so this vintage shows ripe intensity alongside the bright acidity that keeps Piedmontese reds energetic. Monferrato’s rolling hills, with their calcareous-clay soils and strong day-to-night temperature shifts, give the wine both juiciness and lift, while the local grapes bring a balance of freshness, spice, and rustic charm.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
Expect an expressive nose of red cherry, wild raspberry, violet, crushed blackberry, and a gentle note of bread crust from the frizzante style. The palate is lively and dry, with brisk acidity, fine fizz, supple tannin, and a lightly earthy, peppery edge that adds texture and savoriness through the finish. It is an easy wine to enjoy but far from simple, pairing especially well with salumi and prosciutto, sausage and mushroom pizza, or a plate of grilled eggplant with herbs.
Winery Background
Cascina Lieto is a small family estate in the Asti area of Monferrato, led by Gian Paolo Lieto with a clear focus on artisanal, low-intervention winegrowing. The estate is associated with sustainable farming and a natural approach in the cellar, emphasizing healthy fruit, minimal manipulation, and an authentic expression of local varieties. 'Croche' reflects that philosophy through an unfussy, traditional vinification intended to preserve fruit purity, freshness, and the distinctly local character of Barbera and Freisa, making it a compelling example of small-scale, characterful Piedmont natural wine.
Cascina Lieto Vino Rosso Frizzante 'Croche' 2022 is a dry, lightly sparkling red from Monferrato in Piedmont, blending Barbera and Freisa in a style rooted in the region’s long tradition of vivacious everyday wines. The warm, dry 2022 growing season generally produced smaller yields and concentrated fruit, so this vintage shows ripe intensity alongside the bright acidity that keeps Piedmontese reds energetic. Monferrato’s rolling hills, with their calcareous-clay soils and strong day-to-night temperature shifts, give the wine both juiciness and lift, while the local grapes bring a balance of freshness, spice, and rustic charm.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
Expect an expressive nose of red cherry, wild raspberry, violet, crushed blackberry, and a gentle note of bread crust from the frizzante style. The palate is lively and dry, with brisk acidity, fine fizz, supple tannin, and a lightly earthy, peppery edge that adds texture and savoriness through the finish. It is an easy wine to enjoy but far from simple, pairing especially well with salumi and prosciutto, sausage and mushroom pizza, or a plate of grilled eggplant with herbs.
Winery Background
Cascina Lieto is a small family estate in the Asti area of Monferrato, led by Gian Paolo Lieto with a clear focus on artisanal, low-intervention winegrowing. The estate is associated with sustainable farming and a natural approach in the cellar, emphasizing healthy fruit, minimal manipulation, and an authentic expression of local varieties. 'Croche' reflects that philosophy through an unfussy, traditional vinification intended to preserve fruit purity, freshness, and the distinctly local character of Barbera and Freisa, making it a compelling example of small-scale, characterful Piedmont natural wine.
Product details
Wine TypeSparkling
WineryCascina Lieto
Grape VarietiesBarbera, Freisa
WinemakerGian Paolo Lieto
CountryItaly
Expert Rating—
RegionPiedmont
Production VolumeMicro production (approx. 3,000 bottles)
Sub-regionMonferrato
SweetnessDry
Classification (Ranking)—
Alcohol Level12.5
Format750ml
Prices
Terra Cotta Wine
Standard delivery within 3 working days
Vinobuzz Delivery
HK$380
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