2015 Arneis, Marcarini, Piedmont

2015 Arneis, Marcarini, Piedmont

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Arneis means “rascal” in Italian, and is so named for its ability to beguile the most patient winemakers. This delicate white grape thrives in the chalky and sandy soil of the Roero hills in southern Piedmont, just north of Alba. Once nearly extinct, Arneis has made a comeback in recent years. Marcarini farms two hectares of the variety in its homeland, Roero, from which it produces this exquisite wine.

The nose is filled with delicate aromas of white peach, acacia flower and honey. There is lively stone fruit and citrus on the palate, complemented by notes of hazelnut, refreshing acidity and a saline finish. This is a fantastic wine from one of Italy's most enchanting regions.

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Marcarini

Marcarini

Few views in Barolo can compete with the one from Marcarini’s terrace in La Morra. Encompassing most of the region’s communes and vineyards, one only has to look south-east to see Barolo’s modest size, cradled in the Italian Alps. It is fitting that Marcarini occupies this prime location; the winery is built underneath La Morra’s medieval watchtower, a signpost to the Marchetti family cantina that’s visible across the region.

Over time, Podere Marcarini has become one of the region’s leading names and in many ways represents both its traditions and future. Owner Manuel Marchetti implements long fermentations, macerations, and ageing in large ancient botti. Marcarini’s wines remains traditional, but we’re finding a new zip and lift of energy for this historic cantina. Manuel’s children Elisa and Andrea now play an active role, focusing on the health of the vineyards, viticultural processes, and improvements in the cellar.

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Arneis

Arneis

Arneis means "rascal" in Italian, and is so named for its ability to beguile the most patient winemakers. It is a  delicate white wine grape that originated (and is still primarily grown) in the Roero hills of Italy's southern Piedmont, just north of Alba ; it thrives in the chalky and sandy soil of this region.

Once nearly extinct, Arneis has made a comeback in recent years. The Arneis de Roero wines received DOC status in 1989 and DOCG in 2006 and production is on the rise, as consumers have come to appreciate its its distinctive apricot and tangerine aromas.

It can produce very good wines with perfumy characteristics of apples, pears, and a hint of licorice. The wines, usually sold as Roero Arneis DOCG.

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