Castello di Neive, Langhe Arneis Montebertotto, 2024

Castello di Neive’s Langhe Arneis Montebertotto is a benchmark expression of one of Piedmont’s most characterful white grapes. Sourced from a historic single vineyard and made with a focus on purity and precision, it captures the variety’s crisp, mineral-driven charm in its most classic form. The wine also carries real historical importance, as the Montebertotto selections played a key role in reviving Arneis across the region.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shows a bright, pale straw-yellow colour with a lively sheen that hints at freshness and energy. The nose is immediately expressive and inviting, with notes of pear, white lily, peach skin and almond kernel, layered over crushed limestone and Mediterranean herbs. The palate is juicy, racy and medium-bodied, balancing generous fruit with a delicate bitter edge that gives the wine grip and definition. Green pear, Granny Smith apple, lime zest and sun-ripened lemon are lifted by hints of mint, green olive and dried sage. Clean, refreshing and mineral at the finish, it is a wine that drinks beautifully now and will maintain its charm over the next few years, though it is best enjoyed for its youthful vibrancy.

Production
Montebertotto is a historic site in Langhe, and the vineyard selections used here trace back to the pioneering work of Italo Stupino in the 1970s, when he set out to rescue and refine Arneis for the area. After three years of vineyard research and clonal selection, the best-performing vines were identified on this single parcel, helping shape the modern identity of the grape in Piedmont. Vinification is kept deliberately traditional and restrained, with fermentation and élevage carried out entirely in stainless steel to preserve the grape’s freshness, aromatic lift and mineral precision.

Food & Serving
This Arneis is a natural match for seafood, shellfish, vegetable risotto, grilled white fish, and light antipasti such as crostini, fresh goat cheese or marinated vegetables. It also works especially well with dishes featuring herbs, lemon and subtle Mediterranean seasoning. Serve chilled at around 8–10°C, and decanting is not necessary.

Producer
Castello di Neive is one of the most respected names in the Langhe and a major reference point for quality in Piedmont. The estate has been closely associated with the revival and refinement of Arneis, particularly through the vision of Italo Stupino, whose work helped re-establish the grape as a serious white-wine variety in the region. Today, the producer is widely recognized for combining heritage, vineyard focus and a clear sense of regional identity across its wines.

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