LANGHE ARNEIS

DESCRIPTION

100% Arneis from vineyards in the municipality of Guarene, Roero, planted in 1990. Yield: 60-65 hl/ha. Altitude: 180-250 m. Production: 3,000 bottles.

WINEMAKING

Grapes are gently crushed and pressed, using dry ice to reduce oxidation and lower the temperature. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel at 13 °C (55 °F), followed by a further 5 months at 5 °C (41 °F), with bâtonnage every two days.

AGEING

At least 6/9 months in bottle.

TASTING NOTES

Full straw yellow, almost golden; intense, broad aromas with notes of apple, ripe banana and sage; on the palate it is fully satisfying, soft, full-bodied and persistent.

SERVING AND PAIRING

At a temperature of 8 – 9 °C (46 – 48 °F); perfect with appetizers, soups, pasta or risotto, fish, shellfish and seafood salads.

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