Arneis

Aromatic white from Piedmont in north west Italy, Arneis is sometimes called white Barolo. Fruit exhibits aromas of pears and herbs with an almond aftertaste. This is a low yielding variety that can lack acidity when fully ripe. In most cases, wines do not age well.

Budburst - Mid-Season, Harvest - Mid-Season

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Riversun Certified Clone/Selection    
UCD 1 yes yes yes
Riversun Selection yes yes yes
Arneis - UCD 1 photo

Arneis UCD 1

  • Riversun Premium Import
  • Sourced from USA (UC-Davis)

Virus Status

2010: Tested positive for Rupestris Stem Pitting Virus and Grapevine Fleck Virus

Viticulture

Low productivity, average bunch size. Bunches are compact but not tight.

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Arneis - Riversun Selection  photo

Arneis Riversun Selection

  • Riversun Premium Plus

Viticulture

Low productivity with loose clusters

Flavour profile

Clean fruit with apple and pear notes, good intensity.

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