Briccotondo Arneis
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Typically best enjoyed fresh and vibrant, within 1 to 3 years from the vintage release.
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Fresh seafood dishes, light pasta with basil pesto, and soft goat cheeses.
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The historic Fontanafredda estate, founded in 1858 by Vittorio Emanuele II, the first King of Italy, as a gift for his beloved mistress Rosa Vercellana, is steeped in Piedmontese lore. The Briccotondo Arneis represents a modern, vibrant tribute to the region's indigenous white grape, Arneis, which translates to 'little rascal' in local dialect due to its notoriously difficult nature in the vineyard. Historically, Arneis was planted alongside Nebbiolo to draw birds away from the precious red grapes or to soften Nebbiolo's fierce tannins. In this single-varietal bottling, Fontanafredda coaxes out the grape's finest qualities using temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation to preserve its delicate, fresh character. The resulting wine showcases the classic Langhe terroir with expressive notes of white peach, pear, and acacia flowers, underpinned by a distinct mineral streak and a hallmark bitter almond finish.
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Founded in 1858 by Vittorio Emanuele II, the first King of Italy, as a gift to his beloved Rosa Vercellana, Fontanafredda is a historic estate nestled in the heart of the Langhe region in Serralunga d'Alba, Piedmont. Today, the winery is celebrated for its deep-rooted heritage and commitment to sustainable viticulture, transitioning its estate vineyards to certified organic farming. Fontanafredda is globally renowned for its classic, structured Barolo wines aged in traditional Slavonian oak casks, alongside expressive regional whites like Gavi and Arneis Pradalupo, and vibrant reds such as Barbera and Dolcetto under the Briccotondo and Raimonda labels.