DOCG · since 1996
Roero
Wine · PDO · 19 municipalities
Within Piemonte, the Roero DOCG distinguishes itself from neighbouring areas by giving equal, high-standard weight to both red Nebbiolo and white Arneis. Across its 19 municipalities, including Baldissero d'Alba and Canale, the disciplinare mandates a minimum of 95% of the respective grape for both styles. For the red Roero, 159 verified producers must age the wine for at least 20 months—including 6 in wood—to develop its dry, tannic character. Conversely, the white Arneis allows a maximum yield of 10 tonnes per hectare and bypasses mandatory wood ageing, showcasing a distinct dual-identity unique to this denomination.
Nebbiolo (Roero rosso) 95%2 yrs ageing12.5% vol min80 q/ha maxsource ↗
Production zone
Producers159 verified
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The facts
- Colour
- ruby red or garnet
- Taste
- dry, of good body, harmonious and potentially tannic
- Consortium
- Consorzio di tutela Roero →
The producers 159
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Alberto Oggero
Aloi
Angelo Negro
Antica Cascina dei Conti di Roero
Araldica Castelvero
Bajaj
+ 153 more — every one from the consortium's official list
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Roero produced?
- Roero is produced in 19 municipalities in Piedmont, Italy: Baldissero d'Alba, Canale, Castagnito, Castellinaldo d'Alba and more.
- What grape is Roero made from?
- Roero is made from Nebbiolo (Roero rosso) (min 95%), Arneis (Roero bianco/spumante) (min 95%), altri vitigni non aromatici idonei (Piemonte), a bacca rossa o bianca secondo tipologia.
- How long must Roero age?
- Roero must age at least 20 months according to its disciplinare.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Roero?
- The minimum alcohol content of Roero is 12.5% vol.
- What does DOCG mean?
- DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) is the highest tier of Italian wine classification, with government-sealed guarantees on origin and quality.