Identity
| Producer | La Scolca |
| Year | 2023 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOCG |
| Grapes | 100% Cortese |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Light straw yellow with greenish hues |
| Aroma | Typical Gavi nose with fine almonds, citrus fruit, white flowers, green apple, white peach, and hints of wildflowers |
| Palate | Fine, fresh, delicate, very dry palate with a marked acidulous vein reminiscent of almonds, balanced acidity, and a clean, fresh finish |
| Finish | Long, concentrated, dry finish with pleasant tartness and almond notes |
| Food Pairing | antipasti, fish, seafood, white meat, vegetable pies |
| Serving Temp | Approx. 12°C (ideal serving temperature) |
| Aging Potential | Not explicitly stated |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Aging Process | Vinification in stainless steel with temperature control to preserve fruit freshness |
| Fermentation | Traditional fermentation in stainless steel tanks with temperature control |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | High hills of Rovereto Superiore di Gavi |
| Soil | Limestone soil |
| Vine Age | Exuberant young vineyards for White Label |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Meticulous and careful selection of grapes cluster by cluster |
Interesting facts
| La Scolca pioneered modern controlled vinification in stainless steel to preserve the subtle fruit of the Cortese grape. The winery has a century-old tradition and is known for establishing a new quality level for dry Italian white wines since 1966. |