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Balbi Soprani Gavi DOCG

by Balbi Soprani · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationGavi/Cortese di GaviDOCG
TypeWhite
GrapesCortese
Alcohol12.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourWhite
Colour depthPale
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at8–10 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Balbi SopraniPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Cortese grapes grow in the hills of the province of Alessandria, near the town of Gavi.

Vinification

Vinified using the traditional method for dry white wines.

Ageing

Aged on fine lees for about 3 months.

Tasting profile

A fresh, dry white wine.

Serving and pairing

Suited to aperitif, appetizers, seafood and white meat.

Label / history

Produced by Balbi Soprani, a Piedmont house making still and sparkling wines; the Capetta family is named as the people behind it. In Italy the wines are sold only in restaurants and wine bars.