Giacosa Fratelli Gavi DOCG from Piedmont — pale straw yellow with greenish reflections, fresh and delicate aromas of green apple, citrus, and white flowers, crisp and refreshing on the palate with lively acidity and flavours of lemon zest and pear on a clean, dry, mineral finish.
Tasting Notes
Pale straw yellow with greenish reflections. Fresh and delicate aromas of green apple, citrus, and white flowers on the nose. Crisp and refreshing on the palate with lively acidity and flavours of lemon zest, pear, and a slight mineral edge, leading to a clean, dry finish. Gavi is produced from the Cortese grape on limestone-rich hillside soils near the town of Gavi in southern Piedmont.
Quick Facts
- Grape: 100% Cortese
- Origin: Italy, Piedmont, Gavi DOCG (limestone-rich soils)
- Style: Dry white, Gavi DOCG, crisp, mineral, no oak
- Winemaking: Gentle pressing, stainless steel fermentation, no oak ageing to retain freshness
Food Pairing
Seafood, shellfish, grilled fish, light salads, and fresh cheeses.
Serving
Serve at 8-10°C. Open 5 minutes before serving.
About the Producer
Giacosa Fratelli is a historic family estate in Piedmont producing traditional expressions of Nebbiolo as Barolo and Barbaresco, alongside Barbera, Dolcetto, and Gavi from the Langhe hills.