Castello di Neive Langhe Arneis Montebertotto 2022

Castello di Neive and the surrounding 150 acre estate are owned by the Stupino family, siblings Anna, Giulio, Italo, and Piera. The Castello di Neive winery began when Giacomo Stupino, the family patriarch, capitalized on his experience as a surveyor and his knowledge of the area to purchase favorable vineyards and land whenever possible. In the small cellars of their family home, the Stupino’s began their first wine production (including Messoirano, Montebertotto, Basarin, Valtorta, and i Cortini) and, over time, their acquired vineyards grew with the family’s production and ambitions. In 1964 the family purchased the castle with its spacious cellars, along with more land and farmsteads in Santo Stefano and Marcorino. This marked a turning point when the Stupino’s were able to renovate the castle cellars and reorganize their vineyards to produce wine according to modern methods. When Giacomo died in 1970, Giulio and Italo oversaw the transition from tenant farming to direct management of the land, initiating production and export of Castello di Neive wines abroad.

Tradition, research, and creativity make up the philosophy of the Castello di Neive winery. Recently released photographs from the winery’s library show that, as early as 1904, Pinot Nero was being bottled at the castle, and that by 1925 Nebbiolo was recognized as a fine wine grape with varietal labeling. Now, roughly one century later, the Stupino family continues tradition of cultivating and vinifying these noble varieties as well as the often overlooked Barbera and Dolcetto and the local favorite, Grignolino. The Stupinos’ winemaking philosophy is to respect a centuries-old heritage of winemaking while embracing new technologies and research activities—both in the vineyard and in the cellars.

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Arneis wines originate from the Piedmont region of northwest Italy, particularly in the area around the Roero hills and the Langhe region. Arneis, which translates to "little rascal" in the local dialect, is a white grape variety known for its lively character and aromatic profile. Despite its historical reputation as a challenging grape to cultivate, Arneis has experienced a resurgence in recent decades, with winemakers harnessing its potential to craft elegant and expressive wines.

Arneis wines typically exhibit a pale straw color and offer enticing aromas of white flowers, ripe pear, and citrus zest. On the palate, these wines are characterized by their crisp acidity and refreshing minerality, with flavors of green apple, peach, and hints of almond. Arneis's versatility makes it a delightful companion for a variety of dishes, from seafood and salads to poultry and light pasta dishes. Whether enjoyed as a vibrant apéritif or as a complement to a flavorful meal, Arneis wines capture the essence of Piedmont's winemaking tradition and the unique personality of this indigenous grape variety.

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