Luca Bosio, Langhe DOC (Piedmont, Italy) Arneis 2020

Jul 13, 2021

By Michael Apstein

 Arneis, a grape found nowhere in Italy except Piedmont, makes one of that country’s overlooked white wines.  The Oxford Companion to Wine informs us that is used to be blended with Nebbiolo to soften Barolo and gained the informal local tag of “Barolo Bianco.”  Fortunately, that name didn’t stick.  Luca Bosio’s 2020 has a haunting floral aroma, good weight, and a welcome touch of minerality.  Bright acidity keeps it fresh.  All in all, it’s an excellent choice for this summer’s seafood.         

Country / Region

Piedmont, Italy

Appellation

Langhe DOC

Grape Variety

Arneis

Color

White

Vintage

2020

Score

91

Price

US $ 19.00

Producer

Luca Bosio