Langhe Arneis

Producer:
Azienda Agricola Luigi Giordano
Region:
Piemonte
Grape:
Arneis (100%)
Classification:
DOCG
Vintage:
2014
Capacity:
0.75 l

A dry white wine varietal of the autochthonous Arneis variety of Piedmont. Denomination includes all the Langhe area, so the label of the wine is to determine the Langhe Arneis DOC. The character and flavors of this wine are very similar to the Roero Arneis, this wine is just as strong and decisive.

Details

Color: straw yellow with greenish reflections.
Aroma: notes of lemon, nut and pineapple.
Flavor: dry, fresh, full.
Food matching: appetizers based on fish or cured meats, light first courses, grilled white meats, pizza.
Serving temperature: 10°/12°C.
Alcohol: 13%.

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