FontanafreddaGavi di Gavi 2023

Product code: 19025
£21.15 inc VAT
Italy
White Wine from
Piedmont, Italy
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Piedmont
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Fontanafredda
Alcohol
Alcohol: 12.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Cortese
Grape: 100% Cortese
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Piedmont
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Fontanafredda
Alcohol
Alcohol: 12.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Cortese
Grape: 100% Cortese

Product Notes

Fontanafredda Gavi di Gavi is an exquisite Italian wine hailing from Piedmont. With a light straw-yellow hue, this graceful wine reveals subtle notes of fresh fruit and white flowers on the nose. Bearing an elegant complexity, its palate is crisp and well-balanced, boasting a seamless fusion of apple, almond, and mineral flavours. The finish is refreshingly crisp yet lingering, making it an excellent companion to seafood dishes. Gavi di Gavi offers a delightful blend of traditional refinement and contemporary elegance, encapsulating the essence of Italian wine craftsmanship.

Tasting Notes

Gavi di Gavi is one of the most fashionable white wines Italy makes and this delicately floral example, exuding lemons, lilies of the valley and green apples, makes it easy to see why.

About the Winery

Fontanafredda

Nestled in the captivating landscapes of the Langhe region, Fontanafredda winery is a distinct domain of Italy's viticulture. The estate's evocative splendour tells a compelling tale of elegance, precision and genuine artisans; all manifested in the exquisite wines it produces.

Established in 1858 by King Vittorio Emanuele II, Fontanafredda was initially a gift to his mistress Rosa Vercellana. Over the centuries, it has grown into a grand winery, earning worldwide recognition for its superior quality wines. The vineyard spans an expansive 120 hectares teeming with precise rows of lush vines. Throughout the year, the winery is surrounded by a montage of myriad colours, creating an aesthetic symphony that calms the senses.

The winery is renowned for its output of sublime Piedmont wines, specialising in Barolo and Barbaresco. These wines encapsulate Italy's wine-making tradition, acclaimed for their fine texture, alluring aroma and remarkable taste profiles that bewitch the palate.

A leading proponent of sustainable viticulture, Fontanafredda practices organic farming. It has pledged to respect and protect the environment by adopting eco-friendly solutions that mitigate the impact of man-made activities. Additionally, the winery prides itself on hosting educational sessions that sensitize visitors about the winemaking process, from vine to bottle.

The key to Fontanafredda's longevity lies in the fusion of tradition and innovation. Its expertise in wine-making, along with the use of state-of-the-art technologies, proves essential in crafting wines of unparalleled quality and character. Its commitment to excellence is reflected in the numerous awards and accolades earned over the years, and reaffirms its status as a beacon in Italy's wine-making tradition.

Visitors to Fontanafredda are treated to a romantic voyage of historical buildings, spectacular vineyards, and exquisite cuisine, served in the estate's restaurant. Its elegant wines are expertly matched with top class cuisine aimed at accentuating the divine flavours embodied within each bottle.

Time spent at Fontanafredda winery, proves to be more than just a visit; it's a unique journey through the heart of Italian winemaking: a tantalizing escapade for the senses that leaves one yearning for more?

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