Arneis Langhe DOC

This native Piedmont white grape was once used to “lighten” Nebbiolo but has seen an increase in popularity as of late and is a staple at many a happy hour, thanks to its strong and inviting perfumes. Bongiovanni Arneis ages only in stainless steel to maintain this lightness.


Wine exported to

Canada, Puerto Rico, Singapore

Most recent awards

  • 2019 | James Suckling90
  • 2015 | Wine Spectator88
Grape Varieties:

100% Arneis

Fermentation container:

Stainless steel

Length of alcoholic fermentation:

4 weeks

Type of yeast:

Selected

Fermentation temperature:

12-14 °C (53.6-57.2 °F)

Malolactic fermentation:

No

Fining agent:

Bentonite

Aging containers:

Stainless steel

Container size:

10-20 Hl

Bottling period:

March

Aging before bottling:

4-5 months

Aging in bottle:

2 months

Closure:

Cork

Organic:

No

Vineyard location:

Govone, Piedmont; Diamo, Piedmont

Vineyard size:

2 hectares (5 acres)

Soil composition:

Clay

Vine training:

Guyot

Altitude:

300 meters (984 feet) above sea level

Vine density:

4,500 vines per hectare

Yield:

90 quintals reduced depending on the thinning

Exposure:

Northeastern and eastern

Years planted:

2005, 2008

Age of vines:

8-10 years old

Time of harvest:

Mid-September

First vintage of this wine:

2004

Total yearly production (in bottles):

8,000-10,000

Tasting notes:

Light straw yellow in color; delicate fruit aromas of pear and white peach evolve into complex floral notes with hints of aniseed, confirmed on the palate.

Serving temperature:

Best served at 10-12 °C (50-53.6 °F).

Food pairings:

Excellent as an aperitif or served with light dishes.

Aging potential:

2-3 years

Alcohol:

Alcohol 13.5% by vol.

Winemaker:

Davide Mozzone