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Winography

Cortese

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Dry · White

The grape behind Gavi di Gavi, Piedmont's premier dry white. Produces lean, mineral, citrus-driven wines that are understated yet refreshing. At its best on calcareous soils.

Globalplantings
3,363
hectares · 2023
Topcountry
Italy
100% of global total
Countriesgrown
1
across 1 continent
BodyLight–Medium
LightFull
AcidityHigh
LowHigh
KEY AROMAS
FruitlimegreenapplealmondFloralwhiteflowersHerbalEarthmineralSpiceOakhoneyAromasTasting profile