Cascina Pellerino, Piedmont
Soft perfume of Violets, wood polish, Kirsch and damp earth, lead to spicy, supple flavours of bitter cherries and cedarwood supported by atypically supple tannins. Summertime dusk in a glass…
The Cascina Pellerino estate
This small, modern estate in the Langhe hills north of Alba is run with great enthusiasm by Cristiano Bono and his business partner Roberto Ghione. Their commitment to quality is clear and the wine range include an excellent introduction to the little known Arneis grape and affordable, accessible yet characterful Nebbiolos for those who baulk at spending £25+ on a good Barbaresco or even more for a decent Barolo.