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Enrico Riccardo Morando’s family estate Montalbera in Castagnole Monferrato is famous for  its production of the relatively unknown but indigenous variety Ruché di Castagnole Monferrato; known as the "Red Prince of Monferrato".

Found in seven neighbouring villages within the Asti province in Piemonte, Ruché refers to both the DOCG, which was granted in 2010, and the variety. The origin of this grape is unknown but it is thought that it was introduced  from the Haut Savoie; its extraordinarily attractive red fruit bouquet with floral hints and elegance really attracted and won over Astrum. We are delighted to have these incredible and unique wines from Montalbera, and list our first ever Ruché.

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Established in 1970, Caparzo is one of Montalcino's 30 historic wineries, and is amongst those that contributed to the fame of Brunello di Montalcino . Purchased by current owner Elisabetta Gnudi Angelini in 1998, after a period of dilapidation, she was determined to grow, improve  and develop this estate back to its former glory. Investment in the vineyard, modernisation in the winery and the help of winemaker Massimo Bracalente have all ensured that Caparzo is now enjoying a comeback as a top Brunello producer.

Lagar de Costa is small family run winery located on the Atlantic shore opposite the island of La Toja, in the heart of the Salnes. While they've been bottling their fruit only since 2001 Lagar de Costa has a long tradition of growing Albarińo which goes back to the beginning of the last century.