Roero Arneis DOCG Riserva Bastia 2021

Grape variety: 100 % Arneis

Production: Short skin contact; gentle separation and pressing; temperature-controlled fermentation at 15 °C; followed by 6 months of ageing in barrique; no malolactic fermentation; completely dry (0.5 g/l residual sugar).

Origin: Menzione Geografica Bastia, municipality of Vezza d’Alba, Roero, Piedmont (DOCG)

Vineyard: The grapes come from the Bastia site in Vezza d’Alba. The Arneis vines grow on coarse sand and sandstone soils, which give aromatic depth, fine minerality and structure. Hand harvesting ensures careful selection.

Soils: Coarse sand and sandstone, typical of Roero and ideal for Arneis with tension, elegance and complex aromas.

Exposure: Typical Roero hillsides with good sun exposure

Climate: Continental microclimate with warm days and cool nights; ideal conditions for intense aromas, herbal spice and a clean acid structure in a demanding Riserva style.

Vinification: Short maceration on the skins to extract the aromatic components; separation and gentle pressing; temperature-controlled fermentation at 15 °C; 6 months in barrique for structure, depth and light spice; no malolactic fermentation, to keep freshness and precision.

Alcohol: 13.5 % vol.

Tasting note: Very intense and persistent aromas with notes of sage, thyme, rosemary, eucalyptus and a fine finish of chamomile. On the palate spicy, structured and harmonious, with depth, elegance and a long, balanced finish. A complex, serious Arneis Riserva with great aromatic personality.

Food pairing: Excellent with risotto and pasta, white meat, poultry, aromatic fish and Mediterranean herb dishes.