This is what good wine from the Grignolino grape tastes like

The Grignolino grape produces light red wines that are best enjoyed young. They have fresh acidity, a slightly earthy flavor, and are low in alcohol. However, Grignolino wines can—surprisingly—demonstrate quite a bit of tangy tannins.

Grignolino comes from the Piedmont region of Northern Italy. This late-ripening Grignolino is primarily grown on southern slopes, in full sun.

The Italians themselves once envisioned Grignolino as their answer to French Beaujolais wines, but that plan is on hold for now. Meanwhile, Northern Italians are enjoying Grignolino themselves, as a fresh, young table wine.