# Fornaci (Michele Chiarlo)

> White, Gavi DOCG by [Michele Chiarlo](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/michele-chiarlo.md), Nizza, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/michele-chiarlo-fornaci).

- **Producer:** Michele Chiarlo
- **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.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

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

## Food pairings

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