Roero Arneis DOCG 2024

Wine Description for Roero Arneis DOCG 2024 by Vietti

Colour & Appearance

Pale straw yellow with silvery reflections – a classic appearance for this Piedmontese variety that already promises freshness and vibrancy to the eye.

Nose

Captivating and multi-layered: wild mint and nettle form the aromatic opening, followed by fresh pear, a hint of citrus, ginger and fennel herb. This aromatics immediately evoke associations with summer herb gardens and Italian Dolce Vita – a wine that seduces from the very first sniff.

Palate

On the palate, the true class of this Arneis reveals itself: A fine grip and pronounced minerality lend the wine an impressive backbone. The structure is precise, almost taut, without losing elegance. The low fermentation temperature and the deliberate avoidance of malolactic fermentation preserve a refreshing acidity that keeps the wine lively and inviting to drink.

Finish

Medium-length with lingering herbal notes and mineral aftertaste. The freshness persists right to the end – a wine that invites you to take the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

The vineyards are located in Santo Stefano Roero, in the heart of the Roero region. The vines, averaging 25 years old, are rooted in calcareous marl soils – a combination of shell limestone, clay and sand – which impart the wine’s characteristic minerality.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Hand-harvested Arneis grapes are destemmed, cold macerated overnight and gently pressed. Fermentation takes place at low temperatures (10-12°C) in stainless steel tanks. Ageing on the lees until bottling in February preserves maximum freshness and fruitiness – a textbook example of modern, precise white wine production.

Food Pairing Recommendations

The ideal companion to herb- and vegetable-focused Italian cuisine: herb risotto, grilled fish, vitello tonnato, goat’s cheese or pasta with pesto. Also an excellent choice with asparagus and artichokes.

Special Characteristics

This Roero Arneis possesses genuine ageing potential despite its immediate drinkability – provided you can resist the temptation to open the bottle straight away. At 13.5% vol., perfectly balanced between structure and elegance.