Villa Sparina cortese 2022

Confusing Italian wine regulation #457 explained: All Gavi is produced from the cortese grape variety, but Cortese di Gavi is from the broader region, whereas Gavi di Gavi is only from the commune itself. Is it the better wine? Certainly more care is taken in the village vineyards, with lower yields and stricter production controls - and of course, higher prices too.

This beautiful white is a textbook example from one of the top producers, Villa Sparina. Fresh acidiry, with subtle floral notes lead to a palate that just tips into medium-bodied.