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Common synonyms: Bianchetta, Bianchetta d'Alba, Bianchetta di Alba, Bianchetto, Bianchetto Albese, Bianchetto di Alba, Bianchetto di Verzuolo, Barolo Bianco, and Nebbiollo Bianco.

Parentage of the grape: Unknown. Planted for centuries in Piedmont.

History of the grape: The first records of Arneis plantings in Piedmont go back to the 1400s. Today, many call Arneis the most interesting white grape in Piedmont. But for a long time, little white wine was actually made from it. Instead, it was traditionally used to soften the tannins of the red Nebbiolo (perhaps the real reason it’s nicknamed “Barolo Bianco”) or, worse, to keep the attention of vineyard pests such as birds away from the more profitable red grapes. Finally in the 70s and 80s, great producers such as Ceretto began to make white wines worthy of this fine variety in significant quantity.

Characteristics of the grape: grapefruit, sour apple, white flower; medium acidity. Can be quite substantial in body.

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Beni di Batasiolo Asti
Winery: Beni di Batasiolo
Region: Italy » Piemonte » Asti
Type: Sparkling Wines

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Spinach Pesto Chicken Breasts

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Ceretto Monsordo Bernardina Langhe Arneis Blange
Winery: Azienda Ceretto
Region: Italy » Piemonte » Langhe
Type: Table Wines

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Cabbage Rolls with Meat Stuffing and Wild Mushroom Sauce

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Damilano Arneis Langhe DOC
Winery: Damilano
Region: Italy » Piemonte » Langhe
Type: Table Wines

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Balsamic Soy-Glazed Chicken Wings

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Ceretto Blange Arneis
Winery: Azienda Ceretto
Region: Italy » Piedmont
Type: Table Wines

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Recipe: Baked Chicken with Bacon Recipes from The Kitchn | The Kitchn

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Matteo Correggia Roero Arneis Arneis Piedmont Roero
Winery: Azienda Agricola Matteo Correggia
Region: Italy » Piemonte » Roero
Type: Table Wines

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Salmon Cakes with Lemon Rice

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Arneis Ceretto
Winery: Azienda Ceretto
Region: Italy » Piemonte
Type: Table Wines

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Welsh Rarebit Bites

This dish was originally known as Welsh rabbit, for reasons that aren’t exactly clear but that most agree were intended to imply rudeness to the Welsh. During the late 18th century, derogatory term... Read more »

Vietti Arneis Roero
Winery: Vietti
Region: Italy » Piemonte » Roero
Type: Table Wines

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Cajun Maple Mahi-Mahi

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Jacuzzi Family Vineyard Arneis Paicines
Winery: Jacuzzi Family Vineyards
Region: USA » California » San Benito County » Paicines
Type: Table Wines

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Maple-Glazed Chicken Breasts with Mustard Jus

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Ceretto Blange Arneis
Winery: Azienda Ceretto
Region: Italy » Piemonte » Langhe
Type: Table Wines

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Crispy Rye Crackers

This thin, crunchy cracker is a nod to traditional Swedish knäckerbröd, or crispbread. The hearty combination of rye and wheat flours, touch of honey, and toasted sesame seeds and spices all add a ... Read more »

Tenuta Carretta Arneis Roero
Winery: Tenuta Carretta
Region: Italy » Piemonte » Roero
Type: Table Wines

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Mediterranean Couscous

Quick-cooking couscous is now even better since it's available in a whole wheat version. Fresh sage gives this side dish an earthy taste and aroma. You can use other fresh herbs such as basil, cila... Read more »

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Ponzi Vineyards Arneis Willamette Valley (2011)

Winery: Ponzi Vineyards
Region: USA » Oregon » Willamette Valley
Varietal: Arneis
Type: Table Wines
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Welkja

Citrus flavor of lemon and light grapefruit. Refreshing and clean flavor to this wine.

Cristina Ascheri Roero Arneis (2005)

Winery: Cristina Ascheri
Region: Italy » Piemonte » Roero
Varietal: Arneis
Type: Table Wines
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TasteDC

Unusually rich white wine that has true wait on the palate - the importer suggest this wine with the foods of his hometown area (Torino) such as salami, cheeses, roasted vegetables and this wine

Palmina Arneis Santa Ynez Valley Honea Vineyard (2007)

Winery: Palmina Wines
Region: USA » California » Santa Barbara County » Santa Ynez Valley
Varietal: Arneis
Type: Table Wines
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solomania9

Lean but expressive nose. Complex light and slightly petroleum vibe - it's putting out a lot of flavors. Acidic potpourri with nuts, flowers, and a nice bready finish.

Bruno Giacosa Arneis Roero (2006)

Winery: Bruno Giacosa
Region: Italy » Piemonte » Roero
Varietal: Arneis
Type: Table Wines
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Eric Guido

A perfect pairing for the Bagna Cauda. It’s bright fruit and acidity cut through the Bagna Cuada and refreshed the palate for the vegetables that accompanied the dish. While the scents of flowers, peaches, and almonds were a welcome addition to this li...

Palmina Arneis Santa Ynez Valley Honea Vineyard (2007)

Winery: Palmina Wines
Region: USA » California » Santa Barbara County » Santa Ynez Valley
Varietal: Arneis
Type: Table Wines
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samantha gaw

almondlicious. I can see this with some creamy pasta or richly sauced seafood - although full-bodied, there is plenty of acidity to cut through and keep your palate from flabbing out. one of the better italo-american bottlings I've had.

Carretta Roero Arneis Cayega (2007)

Winery: Tenuta Carretta
Region: Italy » Piemonte » Roero
Varietal: Arneis
Type: Table Wines
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aronowm2

My first Arneis. A little too much heat for me, but behind the heat is some nice "cloudiness" with apricot hints and even some mint. I would not buy again at this price point.

Seghesio Family Vineyards Arneis Russian River Valley (2005)

Winery: Seghesio Family Vineyards
Region: USA » California » Sonoma County » Russian River Valley
Varietal: Arneis
Type: Table Wines
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Derek67

Acidic and incredibly smooth this is the perfect antipasto wine. Apple and citrus flavors with incredible balance.

Seghesio Family Vineyards Arneis Russian River Valley (2008)

Winery: Seghesio Family Vineyards
Region: USA » California » Sonoma County » Russian River Valley
Varietal: Arneis
Type: Table Wines
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oceank8

Very refreshing without being sweet.

Vietti Arneis Roero (2011)

Winery: Vietti
Region: Italy » Piemonte » Roero
Varietal: Arneis
Type: Table Wines
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nputens

Note from tasting: complex, citrus, sweet almondy ["The Other Piedmont" at Bin 105, Lincoln NE, 19 May 2012.]

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  • Donna Anita Lanche Arneis 2011

    May 2013

    Donna Anita Lanche Arneis 2011

    Snoothrank:

    Very nice Italian white - roero arneis. Crisp, not overly fruity or citrusy, but a touch on the lighter side with a dab of white clay on the mid palate and fairly long finish. Great alternative to the chards and sauvignon blancs. Read More

    Wine review by vin0vin0


  • Ponzi Vineyards Arneis Willamette Valley 2011

    May 2013

    Ponzi Vineyards Arneis Willamette Valley 2011

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    Citrus flavor of lemon and light grapefruit. Refreshing and clean flavor to this wine. Read More

    Wine review by Welkja


  • Bricco Della Ciliegie Roero Arneis 2009

    May 2013

    Bricco Della Ciliegie Roero Arneis 2009

    Snoothrank:

    A very delicate, complex, and elegant white wine. A clean, tight nose with subtle notes of canned peaches and sharp green apple. It also smells green/herbaceous and fresh...with some very subtle sharper herbaceous notes that are reminiscent of pine or fresh spruce. Light to medium bodied. Mild acid on the palate with subdued fruit and sweet savo... Read More

    Wine review by JenniferT


  • Malvirà Arneis Renesio 2011

    April 2013

    Malvirà Arneis Renesio 2011

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    light straw yellow, intense nose, white flowers, slightly smoky, linear and precise Read More

    Wine review by Anna Savino


  • April 2013

    Hello:A bit of a long question, I apologize. I'm trying to train my palate and learn blind tasting by assembling groups of 100% varietal wines that are (supposedly) true representative.Right now I want to assemble a group of wines that will illustrate how to differentiate Argentine Malbec from Carmenere, and pick out similar wines. I don't even ... Read More

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  • Jacuzzi Family Vineyard Arneis Paicines 2009

    April 2013

    Jacuzzi Family Vineyard Arneis Paicines 2009

    Snoothrank:

    Quite herbal on the nose, with notes of sage and nettle over small white fruits all topped with noticeable alcohol. There are a lot of pollen aromas in the mouth here, and this does show some lovely dusty mineral notes and a nice core of lightly creamy citrus fruit,s but the alcohol intrudes on the finish. Not a big wine, but this does show some... Read More

    Wine review by Gregory Dal Piaz


  • Bruno Franco Roero Arneis 2006

    March 2013

    Bruno Franco Roero Arneis 2006

    Snoothrank:

    A 2006 Arneis from Piemonte, Italy. Light yellow straw in color. Fruit hints of apple and orange blossims with a hint of almond. It has a mid-finish on the palette and balanced acidity. Best served chilled to 48 degrees, and served with fresh goat cheese and fruit platter. Read More

    Wine review by alanb1108


  • Rocche Costamagna Arneis Langhe DOC 2010

    March 2013

    Rocche Costamagna Arneis Langhe DOC 2010

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    This is a 2010 Arneis from Piemonte, Italy and has an aromatic mix of mango and pear, with a hint of butterscotch. It has a mid-finish on the platte and balanced acidity. Best served at 46 degrees and pairs nicely with a poached white fish. Buy and enjoy now. Read More

    Wine review by alanb1108


  • March 2013

    I'm Paolo Demagistris, a wine enthusiast, heir with no grapes of a Barolo makers family. Spent some years in France, got good friends from Bordeaux and got a spell. Currently spending lot of time in Serbia, found a place so wine-wise unconventional, I love Slovenian wines. I'm Italian, I can't live without Chianti. Could drink millions of bottle... Read More

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  • Matteo Correggia Roero Arneis Arneis Piedmont Roero 2008

    January 2013

    Matteo Correggia Roero Arneis Arneis Piedmont Roero 2008

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    Wine review by Barberolo


  • Jan 3, 2010

    Arneis is also taking off in Australia. I have 26 wineries producung the variety in Australia on my Vinodiversity database.

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  • Mar 17, 2009

    Just open a 1998 Fattoria Enotria Arneis that was found in the very back of my cellar almost was going to turn it in cooking wine. But pop the cork and that "Little Racal" was still great the first hit was of crisp apples, paears and funny almost licorice after taste. The group of at the winery finished that bottle off. Now too bad that was th...

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