Giacomo Fenocchio Arneis 2022

Best known for his traditionalist Barolos, Giacomo Fenocchio crafts this Arneis from hillside vineyards in the Langhe—bringing the same precision and respect for terroir to this fresh, local white. Arneis is fermented in stainless steel to preserve its aromatics and natural vibrancy, with brief time on lees to add subtle roundness. The style is dry and mineral-driven, with an elegant nod to its Piedmontese origins.

Bouquet

Lifted and fresh, the nose reveals aromas of pear, white peach, and citrus zest, interwoven with wild herbs, chamomile, and a delicate almond blossom character. A faint mineral note suggests the limestone soils of its Langhe home.

Palate

Dry, crisp, and textural. Ripe orchard fruit is balanced by zippy acidity and a savoury, chalky core. Hints of fennel and almond skin emerge on the finish, which is clean, subtly saline, and quietly complex. A wine of restraint, elegance, and northern Italian charm.

Food Pairing

Perfect with vitello tonnato, grilled white fish, herbed chicken, or soft cheeses such as robiola. Also beautiful alongside fresh vegetable antipasti or courgette fritters.

Interesting Fact

Once nearly extinct, Arneis was nicknamed “Barolo Bianco” because Barolo producers like Fenocchio planted it among Nebbiolo vines to distract birds from eating the red grapes. Now, it's celebrated in its own right as Piedmont’s finest indigenous white.