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Banfi

Banfi Principessa Gavia

Name: Banfi Principessa Gavia
Brand: Banfi
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.5 (0 reviews)

Italy, Piemonte

White wine

4.5

Expert Rating

3.9

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

The Banfi Principessa Gavia is a stunning Italian white wine made from the indigenous Cortese variety in the Gavi region. This light-bodied, crisp, and aromatic white wine offers a tantalizing nose of white flowers and fresh yellow fruits such as peaches and apricots. On the palate, the Principessa Gavia has a pleasant acidity and a delicate minerality, which pairs perfectly with light seafood dishes or salads. It has a lingering finish with pleasant notes of honey and herbs. Enjoy this delightful white wine as an aperitif or as a companion to any meal.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

The Banfi Principessa Gavia is a lively and complex white from the Piedmont region of Italy.On the nose, it displays delicate aromas of white flowers and ripe citrus, with a hint of honey and almond. On the palate, it is full-bodied and balanced, with a creamy texture and a long finish. Its flavors of pear and melon are nicely balanced by a bright acidity and a hint of minerality. It is a great choice for pairing with dishes such as risotto and grilled fish.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2026

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Medium

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Cortese

ORIGINS

Winery: Banfi

Region: Piemonte

Piemonte, located in the northwest of Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. It is home to some of the most iconic wines, such as Barolo and Barbaresco, and is renowned for its stunning landscapes and centuries-old winemaking traditions. It is also home to the world famous sparkling wine Moscato d’Asti. The history of winemaking in Piemonte dates back to the ancient Romans, who planted the first vines in the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of some of the world's finest wines. The region's winemaking industry was revolutionized by the introduction of the modern winemaking techniques of the French. This led to the emergence of some of the most iconic wines of the region, such as Barolo and Barbaresco.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

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