Monale, in the Monferrato hills near Bric del Vento

Wine Tasting Near Monale

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If you're staying in or visiting Monale and looking for a proper wine tasting nearby, Bric del Vento is your closest working vineyard estate — about 9 km (approx.) away in Soglio, right in the heart of the Monferrato hills that produce the wine in your glass.

Monale has been twinned with Cazouls-d'Hérault in France since 2010.

What You'll Taste

Bric del Vento produces three estate labels, all available for on-site tasting:

  • Juliette — Nebbiolo, Monferrato Nebbiolo DOC — the estate's signature red, elegant and structured.
  • Juliette Rosé — Nebbiolo, Monferrato Rosato DOC — a bright, food-friendly rosé from the same Nebbiolo fruit.
  • Monferrato Rosso — 30% Barbera / 70% Syrah, Monferrato Rosso DOCG, aged 18 months in barrique — the estate's richest, most ambitious label.

Tastings take place on site at the estate, with vineyard views over the hills surrounding Monale and the wider Monferrato.

A sitting room at Bric del Vento, Soglio

Getting There from Monale

  • Distance: about 9 km (approx.)
  • Drive time: a 12–13 minute drive
  • Looking for somewhere to stay too? See our guide to Monale and why Bric del Vento is the closest place to stay.

Frequently Asked

Where can I go wine tasting near Monale?

Bric del Vento, in Soglio — about 9 km, a 12–13 minute drive. It's a real working vineyard estate open for on-site tastings, not a tasting room detached from the vines.

What wines does Bric del Vento produce?

Three estate labels: Juliette (Nebbiolo), Juliette Rosé (Nebbiolo, rosato) and Monferrato Rosso (a Barbera/Syrah blend aged in barrique).

Do I need to book a tasting in advance?

Yes — tastings are arranged on site at the estate, so it's best to get in touch ahead of your visit to check availability.