Roero Arneis Le Madri 2024 by Michele Chiarlo is a wine that embodies the refined freshness and aromatic finesse of the Arneis white grape, shaped by the sandy soils of Roero—a region that serves as the “counterbalance” to Piemonte’s red varieties. The 2024 vintage has already stood out, and the 90 points from Falstaff seem to be just the beginning!
The name Michele Chiarlo carries a history full of vision and dedication. Since 1956, when Michele founded the winery in Calamandrana, his philosophy has focused on showcasing the authenticity of local varieties and the unique microclimates of Piemonte. He was a pioneer in the approach to single-varietal wines, emphasising Nebbiolo, Barbera, and Cortese. Today, his sons, Stefano and Alberto, along with the next generation of the family, continue to cultivate the vineyards and craft wines that sincerely and respectfully capture the character of their land.
Roero boasts sandy soils, rich in fossils and minerals, which lend the wine elegance, concentration, and a subtle mineral dimension. Arneis, on the other hand, is an ancient and nearly forgotten Italian white variety that was revived in the 1960s and, in recent decades, has built a reputation based on its aromatic intensity and rich structure. In the local dialect, Arneis means “little rascal,” a name earned due to the grape’s notorious difficulty in cultivation. For Michele Chiarlo’s Roero Arneis Le Madri 2024, the grapes are hand-harvested, gently pressed, and fermented in stainless steel tanks. After that, the wine matures for three months on its fine lees, gaining body and extra complexity.
Michele Chiarlo’s Roero Arneis Le Madri 2024 will introduce you to a rare Italian white variety, with guaranteed quality, crafted by a true master of winemaking!
