Beverage

Arneis

Arneis is a Roero and broader Piedmont white once nearly extinct, now known for pear, apricot, almond, and a soft-medium body with moderate acid. The name historically implied a “little rascal” grape that was hard to grow but rewarding in the glass. Modern styles are dry, often unoaked, with a rounder profile than Cortese/Gavi and less floral intensity than Gewürztraminer. Quality estates in Roero DOCG set the standard for texture and length. Match with veal, white truffle-adjacent simple pastas (when in season), roast fish, and hazelnut-led Piedmont dishes. Arneis deglazes cream sauces for poultry elegantly—its pear-almond line softens without sweetness. Avoid over-chilling premium bottles; slight coolness shows the fruit better than ice-cold service.

Also known as: Arneis