Casata Monticello Italian Red
Two honest Piedmont reds, priced to open any night.
The story behind Casata Monticello
Barbera d'Alba and Dolcetto d'Asti are the everyday reds of Piedmont in northwest Italy. Barbera brings bright acidity and dark cherry, Dolcetto brings softer tannin and a plumper, juicier feel. Both are dry, food friendly, and made to drink young rather than sit in a cellar.
We keep Casata Monticello in the Italian red section here in Commack, one bottle at a time, at $9.98 each. Ask at the counter and we will point you to it.
Explore the Casata Monticello range
Two Piedmont reds from the same label, both $9.98, both dry and built for dinner rather than the cellar.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casata Monticello Barbera D'alba 750mL | Italian Red | 750mL | Dry, bright acidity, dark cherry, lean toward tomato and meat sauces |
| Casata Monticello Dolcetto D'asti 750mL | Italian Red | 750mL | Dry, softer tannin, plum and almond, easy on its own |
Which Casata Monticello is right for you?
Both bottles are $9.98, which is the whole point of this pair. Barbera d'Alba and Dolcetto d'Asti are Piedmont's table wines, and at this price you can keep one open for a Tuesday pasta and not think twice. Stock is thin, one or two bottles at a time, so call ahead if you want both.
Acidity cuts through tomato and ragù without weighing down a simple dinner.
Soft tannin and plum make it drinkable on its own, no food required.
Casata Monticello cocktails and pairings
Serve both slightly below room temperature, around 60 to 65 degrees, in a normal wine glass.