Gabriele Scaglione 'Ostinatamente' 'Private Harvest' Roero Arneis 2017

The Arneis grape (meaning little rascal) requires a craftsman. It's a difficult grape to grow and as a result, it nearly went extinct. Producers in Roero, a geologically-jurassic area adjacent to Barolo have brought it back to the fore. We reckon if we get a few more examples like this, Arneis could have a day in the sun much like Burgundian Aligote is enjoying. Arneis has a great weight and texture, but is backed by zippy acidity. Its all wildflowers and peaches, but there is an almond-like savouriness. Its complex and so interesting STSWine