Vintage Character Cascina Lieto Vino Rosso 'Litmo' 2022 comes from Monferrato in Piedmont, an area long valued for vibrant, food-friendly reds and rolling hill vineyards shaped by calcareous clay soils. The 2022 vintage was marked by heat and dryness across much of Piedmont, yielding grapes with concentration and ripe fruit while preserving energy where growers harvested carefully, and in wines like this it often translates into immediate charm and strong value. Litmo draws character from Monferrato’s mix of warm days, cooler night influence, and hillside exposures that help retain freshness alongside supple texture.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing In the glass, this red is bright and expressive, offering aromas of red cherry, wild raspberry, violet and crushed berries, with light herbal notes, a touch of white pepper and an earthy edge. The palate is medium-bodied and dry, with lively acidity from Barbera, gentle tannic grip from Freisa, and a juicy, lifted finish that keeps the wine energetic rather than heavy. It pairs beautifully with tagliatelle al ragù, roast pork loin with herbs, or grilled duck breast.
Winery Background Cascina Lieto is a small artisanal estate in the hills around Agliano Terme, guided by Stefano Ameri’s commitment to regenerative farming, biodiversity and minimal-intervention cellar work. The estate focuses on traditional Piedmontese varieties and aims to let vineyard character speak without cosmetic winemaking. In keeping with that philosophy, fruit is typically farmed without synthetic chemicals, harvested by hand, and vinified with a light-touch approach that favors freshness and authenticity over oak-driven weight. That combination of natural-wine sensitivity and local identity makes Cascina Lieto especially appealing for drinkers seeking honest, small-production Monferrato reds.