i. Biography
His work is anchored in Barolo and Barbaresco, and he names them plainly: “Our top wines are Barolo and Barbaresco, which are both based on the Nebbiolo grape.” That sentence sets the frame for Alessandro Ceretto’s approach at Ceretto Aziende Vitivinicole: place first, grape material second, and handling precise enough to keep Nebbiolo in balance. The emphasis is not on spectacle but on control of ripeness, texture, fragrance, and structure, with the great wines of the region treated as part of the job rather than a claim.
Coming Up
Since 1999, Alessandro Ceretto has been part of the family business and serves as director of winemaking at Ceretto Aziende Vitivinicole. The date marks a long engagement with the estate’s day-to-day rhythm, where winemaking depends on attention as much as decision-making. Within a family house shaped by continuity, his role sits in the middle of the cellar work: holding identity in place while guiding each vintage toward its best result. The work is built on continuity, but not on routine.
Where They Are Now
Today, Alessandro Ceretto’s attention stays on the wines that carry the most weight for the estate, and on the balance between aromatic lift and depth that gives them their line. His style moves between freshness and seriousness, from the bright register of an aperitif wine to the more layered mood of the great reds. The range is precise, but it still allows room for pleasure, generosity, and the subtle imprint of the Langhe.
Signature
Alessandro's signature wines include Langhe Arneis DOC Blangé, Moscato d’Asti DOCG, Barbaresco DOCG, and Barolo. Taken together, they show the breadth of his work without breaking its logic: the floral ease of Langhe Arneis DOC Blangé; the sweet, buoyant sparkle of Moscato d’Asti DOCG; and the deeper contours of Barbaresco DOCG and Barolo. Each wine speaks in a different register of the same territory, with aroma, balance, and a sense of place kept ahead of effect. The lineup moves between wines built for early drinking and wines that gain authority with time.
In Their Words “It has a lot of residual sugars, and it can be drunk both as an aperitif – because it is very aromatic – as well as an accompaniment to desserts.” “Our top wines are Barolo and Barbaresco, which are both based on the Nebbiolo grape.”
Honors
No awards are cited for Alessandro Ceretto.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of Alessandro
What is Alessandro Ceretto's current role?
Alessandro Ceretto is Director of winemaking.
What is Alessandro Ceretto known for?
Barolo and Barbaresco.
