White

Renesio Incisa

By Cascina Chicco, Roero, Piemonte, Italy

Cascina Chicco Renesio Incisa

A Roero Arneis Riserva DOCG from the Renesio Incisa cru in Canale, the vineyard the estate credits as the origin of the Arneis variety, first documented in 1478.

Tasting notes

Brilliant straw yellow with greenish reflections. Very expressive bouquet of floral, citrus and white peach notes, with aromatic herbs and mineral tones. Full and deep on the palate, with pleasant acidity and a soft, harmonious finish.

Pairs well with

Fish dishes, sushi, elaborate pasta dishes and risotto, and creamy, fresh or medium-aged cheeses.

Technical details

Style
White
Denomination
Roero Arneis Riserva DOCG
Grape
Arneis
Cru / vineyard
Renesio Incisa
Production area
Canale
Soil
Sandy-calcareous, with clay
Exposure
South-East
Harvest
End of August to beginning of September
Vineyard planting
Altitude 300 m; the estate says this is where Arneis originated, with the first historical reference to the variety dating to 1478
Vinification
After gentle whole-cluster pressing, half of the must ferments and matures in stainless steel with battonage for 10-12 months, and the other half ferments and matures in French tonneaux for the same period.
Serving temperature
10 C

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