Notify me
Robiola & Arneis
by Anthony Lynch
A Sale Selection from the Fromage Collection
2021 Roero Arneis
Tenuta La Pergola Italy | Piedmont
Use promo code FROMAGE20 to take 20% OFF this and other wines in the collection
“Creamy, fudgy, spreadable Piedmont cheeses come to life when paired with the bright orchard fruit flavors that are found in Arneis.” —Cassie Majidi
Most of us are well accustomed to the magic of Piemonte’s diverse red wines, but it’s time we shine a deserved spotlight on the region’s real sleeper: Arneis, its native white grape, which thrives in the sandy soils of the Roero district. Arneis has enough luscious, peachy body to satisfy Chardonnay drinkers, along with the mouthwatering zip of a good Sauvignon Blanc. Then there is its Italian-ness—that almost bitter, vaguely almondy note that makes the crisp finish feel especially dry, in perfect anticipation of the next bite of your antipasto.
Don’t sleep on this oh-so-satisfying example of Arneis made by the lovely Bodda family of Tenuta La Pergola.


Wine Type: | white |
Vintage: | 2021 |
Bottle Size: | 750mL |
Blend: | Arneis |
Country: | Italy |
Region: | Piedmont |
Producer: | Tenuta La Pergola |
Winemaker: | Alessandra Bodda |
Vineyard: | 4 ha, Planted in 1995 |
Soil: | Sand |
Farming: | Sustainable |
Alcohol: | 13% |
Use promo code FROMAGE20 to take 20% OFF this and other wines in the collection
More from this Producer or Region

2021 Monferrato Rosso
Italy | Piedmont
A quintessential house wine from Piemonte’s less-traveled side.

2021 Vino Rosso “Il Goccetto”
Italy | Piedmont
The old-school, vino rosso of our dreams—serve it chilled, perhaps in a glass pitcher, for full trattoria effect.

2019 Barbaresco “Vicenziana”
Italy | Piedmont
Rich, ripe fruit with the delicacy and floral notes we love in great Barbaresco.

2021 Vino Rosso
Italy | Piedmont
Finding a wine as tasty and versatile at this price is not an easy task.

2015 Barbera del Monferrato “Perlydia”
Italy | Piedmont
Rich, juicy fruit and plump textures make it hard to resist, especially when served with tomato-based pastas, pizza, or even a burger.

2021 Moscato d’Asti “Sorì Gramella”
Italy | Piedmont
Formaggio: Robiola, Castelrosso, Tomino, Carboncino, Rosso di Lago, Paglierina

2018 Barolo “Le Coste di Monforte”
Italy | Piedmont
Le Coste is all about delicacy, finesse, and high-toned Nebbiolo fruit accented by perfumy floral notes.

2021 Barbera d’Alba “Vigna Santa Caterina”
Italy | Piedmont
These Barbera vines sit in a privileged Barolo site, so there is no shortage of pedigree.

2018 Barolo “Vigna Santa Caterina”
Italy | Piedmont
Drink Later: Both succulent and structured, this Barolo bursts with explosive aromas and flavors of black cherries, rose petals, black tea, and spices.

2018 Barbera del Monferrato “Rosso Pietro”
Italy | Piedmont
Luscious, mouth-filling cherry fruit, a strong soil signature, and smooth tannins make this the perfect Barbera to cure your weeknight Italian craving.

About The Producer
Tenuta La Pergola
The story of Monferrato Rosso began in a simple trattoria. Dixon and Kermit were on their way to Alba when they stopped for lunch. They were served a pitcher of Arneis that pleasantly surprised them and got the address of the producer. When they visited, they tasted several cuvées of Monferrato Rosso. It has quickly become a staff favorite, not only for its smooth earthiness and genuine regional typicity, but also for its versatility in pairing with a wide variety of dishes. We have high hopes for this everyday cuvée, because it has the finesse of a much grander D.O.C. Kermit says that it reminds him of the Piedmontese wines of old. Simple label, low price, totally satisfying!
About The Region
Piedmont
Kermit’s love affair with the great reds of Piemonte dates back to the early days of his career: the very first container he imported from Italy, in fact, featured legendary 1971 and 1974 Barolos from Vietti and Aldo Conterno. Regular visits since then have seen our portfolio grow to now twelve Piemontesi estates, with a strong focus on the rolling hills of the Langhe.
Nebbiolo rules these majestic, vine-covered marl slopes, giving Italy’s most mystifyingly complex, nuanced, and age-worthy reds. When crafted via traditional production methods—long macerations and extensive aging in enormous oak botti—the powerful, yet incredibly refined Barolos and Barbarescos provide haunting aromatics of tar, raspberry, incense, tea, roses, and more. At times austere in their youth but well worth the wait, they pair beautifully with the hearty local cuisine starring veal in many forms, braised beef, pastas like tajarin and agnolotti, and of course, Alba’s famous white truffles.
Surrounded by mountains on three sides, Piemonte’s climate is continental, with baking hot summers and cold winters. Nebbiolo is only part of the story here: juicy, fruity Barberas and Dolcettos represent the bread and butter throughout the region, and other native grapes like Freisa, Croatina, and the white Arneis are also noteworthy. Value abounds in the Monferrato, while Alto Piemonte also has its share of thrills to provide.
Every corner of Piemonte is rich with tradition, especially when wine is concerned. It’s no wonder we have been singing the region’s praises for over forty years.
More from Piedmont or Italy
2018 Barolo “Le Coste di Monforte”
Benevelli Piero Italy | Piedmont
2020 Langhe Nebbiolo
Piero Benevelli Italy | Piedmont
2022 Vino Bianco
Cantine Elvio Tintero Italy | Piedmont
2018 Barbera del Monferrato “Rosso Pietro”
Cantine Valpane Italy | Piedmont
2015 Barbera del Monferrato “Perlydia”
Cantine Valpane Italy | Piedmont
2018 Barolo “Vigna Lazzairasco”
Guido Porro Italy | Piedmont
2019 Barbaresco “Vicenziana”
Silvio Giamello Italy | Piedmont
NV Barolo Chinato
A. & G. Fantino Italy | Piedmont
2018 Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese Rosso “Euli”
Cantine Valpane Italy | Piedmont
2021 Langhe Nebbiolo “Camilu”
Guido Porro Italy | Piedmont
2021 Dolcetto d’Alba “V. Pari”
Guido Porro Italy | Piedmont
2021 Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba “Sörì Santa Lucia”
Il Palazzotto Italy | Piedmont
2018 Barolo “Le Coste di Monforte”
Benevelli Piero Italy | Piedmont
2020 Langhe Nebbiolo
Piero Benevelli Italy | Piedmont
2022 Vino Bianco
Cantine Elvio Tintero Italy | Piedmont
2018 Barbera del Monferrato “Rosso Pietro”
Cantine Valpane Italy | Piedmont
2015 Barbera del Monferrato “Perlydia”
Cantine Valpane Italy | Piedmont
2018 Barolo “Vigna Lazzairasco”
Guido Porro Italy | Piedmont
2019 Barbaresco “Vicenziana”
Silvio Giamello Italy | Piedmont
NV Barolo Chinato
A. & G. Fantino Italy | Piedmont
2018 Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese Rosso “Euli”
Cantine Valpane Italy | Piedmont
2021 Langhe Nebbiolo “Camilu”
Guido Porro Italy | Piedmont
2021 Dolcetto d’Alba “V. Pari”
Guido Porro Italy | Piedmont
2021 Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba “Sörì Santa Lucia”
Il Palazzotto Italy | Piedmont
Kermit once said...

Kermit once said...
For the wines that I buy I insist that the winemaker leave them whole, intact. I go into the cellars now and select specific barrels or cuvées, and I request that they be bottled without stripping them with filters or other devices. This means that many of our wines will arrive with a smudge of sediment and will throw a more important deposit as time goes by, It also means the wine will taste better.