Banfi
Gavi Principessa Gavia 2025
| Denomination | DOCG Cortese di Gavi |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Cortese |
| Aging | Aged in stainless steel for 20 days |
- Name and grape variety: Gavi DOCG, 100% Cortese; still white wine from Piedmont
- Intense aroma: notes of linden blossom, citrus fruits, pineapple and Golden Delicious apple
- Balanced taste: smoothness and lively acidity; dry, clean and persistent finish
- Vinification in steel: fermentation at 16–18 °C and ageing for 20 days in stainless steel
- Serving temperature and pairings: 10-12 °C; ideal with fish, shellfish and white meats
Description
What kind of wine it is
Principessa Gavia, by Banfi, is a still white wine from Piedmont with the Gavi designation, offering a dry profile and an authentic expression of the Cortese grape. Its style is characterised by a balance between a pleasant structural softness and a refreshing liveliness on the palate. In the glass, it displays a brilliant straw-yellow hue enriched with golden and greenish highlights. The bouquet opens with intense and fresh aromas, where delicate hints of linden blossom blend with notes of citrus, pineapple, and Golden Delicious apple. On the palate, it reveals remarkable harmony, finishing with a pleasantly dry and persistent aftertaste.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the Gavi area, located in Lower Piedmont, particularly in the Strevi region. The vines thrive on clay and limestone soils, a geological composition essential for imparting the wine with a clean, linear, and profound character. This specific terroir naturally enhances the qualities of the Cortese grape, an indigenous variety capable of fully reflecting the region's climatic and mineral characteristics. The synergy between land and vine results in a distinctive aromatic profile, ensuring a sip with an unmistakable citrus imprint and excellent balance on the palate.
How it is produced
The Cortese grapes undergo vinification involving temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel vats. This is followed by a brief period of maturation, also in steel, a technique designed to preserve the original fragrance of the fruit and the clarity of its aromatic profile. Served chilled, this white proves extremely versatile at the table. It is an excellent aperitif and pairs elegantly with seafood starters, fish and shellfish dishes, and also complements recipes based on white meats and game with balance.
History and Curiosities
Born in Lower Piedmont from particularly suitable clay and limestone soils, Principessa Gavia celebrates the historic tradition of pure Cortese. This refined white wine from the Banfi winery matures for twenty days in steel, preserving a vibrant freshness that makes it ideal to enjoy straight away. The excellent quality and undisputed prestige of this Gavi DOCG are confirmed by numerous international accolades, standing out for prestigious awards such as 88 points from Wine Spectator and multiple gold medals won at renowned wine competitions.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 1978
- Oenologist: Matteo Bagnoli
- Bottles produced: 10.000.000
- Hectares: 1.089
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| Name | Banfi Gavi Principessa Gavia 2025 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green still |
| Denomination | Cortese di Gavi DOCG |
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Cortese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Banfi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in Lower Piedmont from particularly suitable clay and limestone soils, Principessa Gavia celebrates the historic tradition of pure Cortese. This refined white wine from the Banfi winery matures for twenty days in steel, preserving a vibrant freshness that makes it ideal to enjoy straight away. The excellent quality and undisputed prestige of this Gavi DOCG are confirmed by numerous international accolades, standing out for prestigious awards such as 88 points from Wine Spectator and multiple gold medals won at renowned wine competitions. |
| Origin | Gavi, lower Piedmont, Italy |
| Soil composition | Clay and limestone |
| Fermentation temperature | 16 8 °C |
| Production technique | Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel vats |
| Wine making | Fermentation at controlled temperature (16 8 °C) in stainless steel vats. |
| Aging | Aged in stainless steel for 20 days |
| Total acidity | 6.25 gr/L |
| PH | 3.1 |
| Residual sugar | 5.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |