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Italian Speaking Wines

2023 Gavi White Blend

Icona Italian Speaking Wines is a delightful white blend from the esteemed Gavi region, known for its refreshing and vibrant wines. This 2023 vintage showcases a medium-bodied profile, perfectly balanced with a bright acidity that dances on the palate, bringing an invigorating liveliness with every sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering delightful notes of crisp green apple and zesty citrus, further enhanced by subtle floral undertones. As you savor this wine, you'll appreciate its clean and dry finish, making it a wonderful companion for various dishes or simply enjoyed on its own. With its charming character and food-friendly nature, Icona is sure to please any wine enthusiast seeking a taste of Italy.

Tasting notes:


Honey

Honey

Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

White Peach

White Peach

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Gavi

In the 1980s, Gavi was the poster child for Italian white wines. While other whites like Pinot Grigio and big bold reds have become more popular in the years since then, Gavi has not broken its stride. Local producers continue to make fantastic versions of its crisp, easy-to-drink white wine. These light-bodied and zingy wines are mainly made from the local Cortese grape, grown at high altitudes in southern Piedmont. The sea breezes and cool hilltop temperatures here help to keep the acidity in the grapes, which brings about crisply refreshing wines that are fruit-forward and bursting with flavors of ripe citrus, green apple and pear. The DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) classification is the top tier for Italian wine classifications. It controls production methods and wine quality. Strict rules oversee the production of DOCG designated wines, including allowed varietals, winemaking procedures, barrel and bottle aging methods, grape ripeness and limits on grape yields during harvest. DOCG wines are also required to be officially tasted. DOCG bottles have numbered government seals across the neck of the bottle to prevent forgery.

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