GAVI DI GAVI DOCG
€12.00
Gavi di Gavi is considered to be one of the most elegant italian
white wines. Gavi takes its name from the town, which is
situated at the centre of the production zone. Despite being
more closely linked in style with its neighboring region Liguria,
Gavi di Gavi wines are still considered Piemont’s white jewel in
the crown. It got DOCG status in the 1998 and its vineyards are
mainly found in the hills of the communes in the provincia of
Alessandria.
Varietal: 100% Cortese.
Area of production: vineyards located in the municipality of
Gavi.
Exposure and altidute: Mainly South, South-West; 250-300
m ASL.
Soil composition: Clay and marl.
Harvest: between the end of September and the beginning of
October.
Wine-making: Soft crushing of the grapes. Three weeks
fermentation at controlled temperature of 18°C in stainless
steel tanks.
Tasting characteristics: Straw-yellow colour with greenush
traces. Fresh, fruity refined and highly elegant bouquet.
Dry and light taste, pleasingly fresh and harmonious. A
reasonably long-lasting white wine.
Best served at a temperature of 8-10°C.
Food pairing: Excellent partner with any kind of fish,
especially with s
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