Arneis Pradalupo
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed fresh, within 1 to 3 years of the vintage release, to fully appreciate its vibrant acidity and delicate floral aromatics.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Fresh seafood starters, delicate pasta dishes with basil pesto, and soft goat cheeses.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the historic estate of Fontanafredda, founded in 1858 by the first King of Italy, Vittorio Emanuele II, the 'Pradalupo' is a vibrant expression of the native Arneis grape. Translated as 'wolf's meadow,' Pradalupo pays homage to the wild, sandy hillsides of Piedmont. Once nearly extinct and historically nicknamed 'Barolo Bianco' because it was co-planted with Nebbiolo to distract hungry birds, Arneis has found its modern renaissance here. Fontanafredda crafts this white wine entirely in temperature-controlled stainless steel, preserving the grape's delicate, fresh character. The resulting wine is celebrated for its straw-yellow hue, intense aromas of pear, acacia flowers, and hazelnut, backed by a signature mineral backbone derived from the region's marine-origin soils.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1858 by Vittorio Emanuele II, the first King of Italy, as a gift for his beloved Rosa Vercellana, Fontanafredda is steeped in royal heritage and situated among the rolling hills of Serralunga d'Alba in Piedmont's Langhe region. The estate was turned into a commercial enterprise in 1878 by their son, Count Emanuele Guerrieri di Mirafiore, laying the foundation for one of Italy's most prestigious wine houses. Today, the winery couples historic cellars and traditional aging with a strong commitment to organic farming and eco-sustainable viticulture. Fontanafredda is globally acclaimed for its benchmark, age-worthy Barolo and Barbaresco wines, complemented by refined Piedmont staples including Roero Arneis, Barbera, and traditional-method Alta Langa sparkling wines.