Founded in 1985, Cieck is overseen by Remo Falconieri, who humbly accepts his given title as the King of Sparkling Erbaluce (an indigenous white grape variety). The winery was one of the original five producers in San Giorgio Canavese, and a number of other top estates in the area consult with Remo today. Now in his eighties, Remo labors daily in the cellar alongside his daughter, Lia, and Domenico Caretto, producing some of Alto Piemonte’s most elegant Erbaluce. For those yet to discover the ancient grape, Erbaluce is derived from two words: dawn (“erba”) and light (“luce”). Its name alludes to the striking copper color the grapes assume as the sun hits them on traditional pergola-trained vines.

Tasting Notes: Pale straw colour, with greenish tinges. Nose : Lively and fresh, fruit sensations well integrated with the firm structure of the wine. palate : Young, crisp with firm acid structure and strong, pleasant fruity sensations.

Varietal: Erbaluce

Region: Caluso, Piedmont, Italy