The winery
Arione - Contessa di Castiglione
The Arione winery's range dedicated to the Countess of Castiglione: Piedmont still and sparkling wines, including Barolo, Nebbiolo d'Alba, Barbera d'Asti, Roero Arneis and Moscato-based wines.
- Piemonte · Italia
- 1 product
The story
Arione is a Piedmontese family-run company led by several generations; the "Contessa di Castiglione" line pays tribute to Virginia Oldoini, known as the Contessa di Castiglione. The Contessa label features the region's classic wines, pairing the family's history with modern production and international marketing.
Production philosophy
Showcasing the terroir of the Langhe and Monferrato by combining family tradition, high-quality production and a focus on innovation. The company is committed to sustainability and holds quality and food safety certifications.
Terroir and vineyards
The wines in this range come from the hills of Langhe and Monferrato; the company is based in Canelli, Piedmont. The winery is part of the Asti and Moscato d'Asti DOCG production area.
Awards and recognition
The wines in the Contessa range have received international recognition, including mentions and awards from 5StarWines/Vinitaly, Decanter, Gilbert & Gaillard, Falstaff and World Trophy.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Barbera
- Arneis
- Moscato Bianco
What makes it distinctive
- A line dedicated to Countess Virginia Oldoini.
- Selection includes Barolo DOCG, Nebbiolo d'Alba, Barbera d'Asti, Roero Arneis, and Moscato-based sparkling wines.
- Piedmont-based family-owned winery with a national and international commercial presence.
- BRC, IFS and ISO 9001 certifications as declared by the company.
- Wines from the range awarded and mentioned in international guides and competitions.
