White

Fornaci

By Michele Chiarlo, Nizza, Piemonte, Italy

Michele Chiarlo Fornaci

Gavi fermented partly in steel and partly in small barrels, with a long bottle ageing.

Tasting notes

Colour: Bright straw yellow with golden reflections; Nose: Intense and complex, with pronounced floral notes and grapefruit, anise and acacia honey, with an elegant mineral finish; Palate: Ample and enveloping, great balance and length, with marked freshness and savouriness

Pairs well with

Sea bass in salt, trofie with pesto, stewed rabbit, roast beef

Technical details

Style
White
Denomination
Gavi DOCG
Grape
Cortese
Vinification
Partly in stainless steel tanks, partly in small barrels at 17 C for three weeks. 12-18 months in bottle.

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