Elio Grasso in Monforte d’Alba is owned by Elio Grasso, his wife and adult children. The Grasso family were farmers for generations, but in the late 1970s Elio decided to focus on growing grapes and making wine. Today the estate’s 45 acres of vineyards are planted to Nebbiolo, Barbera and Dolcetto, along with a small amount of Chardonnay. Elio Grasso produces 90,000 bottles annually, including three Barolos. Gambero Rosso notes that “Elio Grasso has successfully built up one of the leading estates in the area…His Nebbiolos…blend consistency and character, solid features and a territorial feel.”