{"title":"Gavi","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGavi DOCG: Cortese from the hills of Alessandria\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGavi, also labelled Cortese di Gavi, is a dry white wine from the south-eastern corner of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/piedmont\"\u003ePiedmont\u003c\/a\u003e, in the province of Alessandria close to the border with Liguria. It is made entirely from the Cortese grape. The zone was granted DOC status in 1974 and promoted to DOCG in 1998. The appellation covers eleven communes, among them Gavi, Novi Ligure, Serravalle Scrivia, Tassarolo and Bosio, and the town of Gavi at the centre of the zone gives the wine its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts history is closely tied to Genoa. For centuries the area belonged to the Genoese republic, and in the 17th century Genoese families built summer residences here and adopted Cortese as their court grape. The first written reference to vineyards planted \"all with Cortese\" dates from 1659, and in the 19th century families such as Raggio, Serra and Spinola planted large vineyards that carried Gavi's reputation well beyond the region. While the rest of Piedmont is best known for powerful reds such as \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/barolo\"\u003eBarolo\u003c\/a\u003e, Gavi is the region's classic white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTerroir and style: crisp, mineral white wine with a sea breeze\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ligurian Sea lies only about 30 kilometres to the south, and its cool breeze meets the air coming off the Apennines. The result is warm, dry summers with cool nights that keep acidity and aroma in the grapes. Vineyards must sit on hillsides, and the soils shift from old red alluvial soils in the north around Tassarolo and Novi Ligure, through marl and sandstone in the middle, to white, chalky marine marls full of fossils in the steeper south.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, classic Gavi is pale straw with green glints and smells of citrus, green apple, pear and white flowers, often with a hint of bitter almond. The palate is dry and crisp, with lively acidity and a saline, mineral finish. Time on the lees or a few years in bottle brings out notes of toasted almond, hazelnut and honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGavi di Gavi, Riserva and sparkling Gavi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine from vineyards inside the commune of Gavi itself may carry \"del Comune di Gavi\" on the label and is widely known as Gavi di Gavi. Most bottles are still whites, but the rules also allow a Riserva, aged for at least one year including six months in bottle, and sparkling Gavi. The most ambitious sparkling version is the Riserva Spumante Metodo Classico, aged for at least two years including 18 months on the lees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe producers: from La Raia to Fontanafredda and Pico Maccario\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa Raia is here with two organically farmed wines, Gavi Pleo and the Riserva Vigna Madonnina. Fontanafredda makes its Cortem from the commune of Gavi itself, and Pico Maccario produces a Gavi di Gavi that also comes in magnum. Banfi completes the range with Principessa Gavia. If you are looking for more whites from the same corner of Italy, take a look at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/langhe\"\u003eLanghe\u003c\/a\u003e, home to Arneis and Nascetta, or browse our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/white-wine\"\u003ewhite wine\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGavi with food\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts acidity and saline minerality make Gavi a natural partner for fish and shellfish, and it is the classic wine for Ligurian dishes such as pasta with pesto Genovese. It also works well with mushroom or seafood risotto, delicate white fish, fresh and soft cheeses and light antipasti. A Riserva or a Gavi with some bottle age can handle slightly richer fish dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGavi FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between Gavi and Gavi di Gavi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Gavi is made from Cortese within the eleven communes. Gavi di Gavi is the common name for wine from vineyards inside the commune of Gavi itself, which may carry \"del Comune di Gavi\" on the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat grape is Gavi wine made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGavi DOCG is made only from the white Cortese grape. Cortese di Gavi is another name for the same wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Gavi a dry white wine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The vast majority of Gavi is a dry, fresh, light to medium-bodied white with citrus, apple and a mineral finish. There is also sparkling Gavi, and the best Riserva wines can develop for several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"pico-maccario-gavi-di-gavi-docg-2022","title":"Pico Maccario Gavi di Gavi Docg 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003ePico Maccario Gavi di Gavi DOCG 2022 is a refined expression of Cortese from one of Piedmont’s most admired white wine zones. 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It may develop a little more roundness over the short term, but its greatest appeal lies in its freshness and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade from Cortese grapes grown in the Gavi di Gavi area of Piemonte, where the cool climate and mineral-rich soils help preserve freshness and give the wine its distinctive linear style. Harvesting is typically carried out with care to retain the grape’s natural acidity and aromatic purity, followed by gentle vinification to highlight the clean, refined character of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal with seafood, shellfish, sushi, light pasta dishes, grilled white fish, and fresh salads. Serve chilled at around 8–10°C to keep the wine vibrant and focused; decanting is not necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePico Maccario is a respected Piedmont producer known for combining modern elegance with the tradition of its home region. 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Fresh, elegant, and beautifully balanced, it combines citrus-driven purity with subtle mineral depth, and in magnum format it feels even more generous and празднич?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a lovely yellow-green hue that hints at its youthful energy and brightness. The nose is expressive and inviting, with aromas of citrus fruits leading the way, followed by a delicate mineral edge and a clean floral lift.\n\nOn the palate, this Gavi di Gavi is crisp and elegant, with refreshing acidity, fine structure, and a pleasing sense of depth. The finish is precise and mineral, making it a wine that is enjoyable now for its freshness, while also having the balance to develop gracefully over the near term.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade from Cortese grapes grown in the Gavi area of Piemonte, this wine reflects the cool, refined character of one of northern Italy’s most respected white wine terroirs. The region’s soils and climate are ideal for preserving freshness and aromatic purity, while careful harvesting ensures the grapes arrive in excellent condition. Vinification is aimed at protecting the grape’s natural delicacy and minerality, resulting in a wine that is clean, precise, and terroir-driven.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is a natural match for seafood, shellfish, light pasta dishes, risotto, grilled vegetables, and fresh goat’s cheese. Serve well chilled at around 8–10°C, and decanting is not necessary; simply open and enjoy its bright, immediate charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePico Maccario is a respected Piedmont producer known for expressive, high-quality wines that showcase the character of the region. 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