Ratings
RP 91 · WS 89 · VIV 4.2
Identity
| Producer | La Scolca |
| Year | 2024 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOCG |
| Grapes | 100% Cortese |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Pale straw yellow with delicate greenish highlights. |
| Aroma | Intense bouquet of white flowers, citrus fruits, green apple, honeyed pears, white peach, hints of wildflowers, almond, and aromatic herbs. |
| Palate | Broad, savory, mineral-driven palate with crisp acidity, balanced fruitiness, hints of flint, almond, walnut, citrus notes (orange, lime), and a saltiness that tickles the gums. |
| Finish | Long, persistent finish with mineral notes, almond and walnut nuances, and a pleasant fruit emphasis. |
| Food Pairing | rosemary focaccia, risotto al parmigiano, seafood, white meats, soft cheeses |
| Serving Temp | 8–10°C |
| Aging Potential | Has a certain aging potential, rare for Gavi wines. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 1.50 |
| Aging Process | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature; aged for several months in steel tanks. |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in steel tanks at controlled temperature. |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | High hills of Rovereto Superiore di Gavi |
| Soil | Volcanic soil, rich in iron and limestone |
| Vine Age | About 60 years |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Strict and rigorous selection conducted with utmost care, cluster by cluster, in vineyards over sixty years of age. |
Interesting facts
| The Gavi dei Gavi trademark was registered in 1969, five years before the establishment of the DOC; La Scolca is the oldest winery in Gavi, founded in 1919; the vineyards are among the oldest Cortese vines in Piedmont. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |