Definition: arneis

Roero and Roero Arneis are two relatively new appellations in the Italian region of Piedmont. In the past, the white Arneis grape variety was used in small proportions in blends with the red Nebbiolo grape.
D.O.C.
Area planted with vines, in hectares:
Roero 202.00.
Arneis 428.45.
Roero is produced in the area of the same name, in the province of Cuneo, on the sunny hills overlooking the Tanaro river.
The "Roero" appellation is reserved for white and red wines that meet the requirements of the production specifications. The label of the red wine bears only the Roero appellation, while that of the white wine is supplemented by the mention Arneis. Roero is produced with 95-98% Nebbiolo grapes, supplemented by 2-5% Arneis, while Roero Arneis is made entirely from grapes of the same name.

Common characteristics
D.O.C. recognition: Presidential Decree of 3 January 1989.
Roero
Grape variety: Nebbiolo - 95-98%, Arneis - 2-5%; grapes from varieties recommended in the province of Cuneo and present in the vineyards may also be used, either alone or blended, up to a maximum of 3%.
Colour: ruby red of varying intensity, with garnet reflections if aged.
Aroma: delicate, fragrant, fruity and with a characteristic fleeting aroma if aged.
Taste: dry, full-bodied, velvety, harmonious, long on the palate.
Minimum total alcohol content: 11.5%.
Minimum legal ageing: it cannot be offered for consumption before 1 June of the year following that of production of the grapes. If it is marketed with a minimum total alcohol content of 12%, it may bear the word "Superiore" on the label.
Roero Arneis
Grape variety: Arneis.
Colour: straw yellow of varying intensity, with slightly amber highlights.
Aroma: delicate, fresh and herbaceous.
Taste: dry, pleasantly and slightly bitter and herbaceous.
Minimum total alcohol content: 10.5%.