Vintage Character From the sun-drenched hills of Piedmont's Roero DOCG, the 2023 Marco Pezzuto Roero 'Ciafré' showcases the brilliant potential of the native Arneis grape. A warm and dry growing season in Piedmont led to lower yields but exceptional flavor concentration and aromatic intensity in the white varieties, yielding a highly expressive wine. Grown in the sandy, mineral-rich soils of Sommariva Perno, the vineyards benefit from excellent drainage and unique microclimates that imbue this white wine with its signature saline drive and vibrant, structural acidity.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing On the nose, this elegant white offers an inviting bouquet of white peach, crisp pear, and citrus blossom, underpinned by a delicate hint of wild herbs and crushed almonds. The palate is beautifully balanced and textured, delivering juicy stone fruit flavors enveloped in a refreshing, flinty minerality that lingers on a clean, vibrant finish. It pairs wonderfully with pan-seared sea bass with lemon-herb butter, light vegetable tempura, or a creamy goat cheese crostini.
Winery Background Marco Pezzuto is a boutique, family-run estate dedicated to preserving the artisanal winemaking heritage of the Roero region. Managing just over three hectares of vines, the estate emphasizes meticulous hand-harvesting and sustainable vineyard practices to ensure only the highest-quality fruit is selected. By fermenting and aging the wine in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, the winery maintains the pure, unadorned varietal character of Arneis, making this limited-production bottling a benchmark of authentic Piedmontese craftsmanship.