Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Villa Sparina, Gavi 2023
Piedmont, Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
Made from 100% Cortese grapes, Villa Sparina is one of the benchmarks of the Gavi DOCG. Known for its amphora-shaped bottle and consistent quality, this estate showcases the elegance of Piedmont’s flagship white wine.

Gavi DOCG is the crown jewel of Cortese, recognized as one of Italy’s most important white appellations—celebrated for its mineral-driven freshness and ability to rival more famous whites from Burgundy or Loire.

Aromas & Flavors
Fresh, crisp aromas of white peach, green apple, and citrus zest, with delicate hints of almond and wildflowers. On the palate, it’s lively and precise, offering citrus and orchard fruit layered with a touch of minerality and a subtle saline note.

Mouthfeel
Light to medium-bodied with bright acidity and a clean, elegant finish. Refreshing, harmonious, and very approachable—everything you want in a classic Gavi.

Winemaking Notes
Hand-harvested Cortese, fermented in stainless steel to preserve freshness and purity. Minimal oak influence ensures the varietal character shines through.

Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled fish, seafood risotto, or a classic Caprese salad. Also a wonderful aperitif thanks to its crisp, mouthwatering finish.

Verdict
A benchmark Gavi—zesty, mineral, and impeccably balanced. Villa Sparina continues to set the standard for what Cortese can deliver: elegance and everyday drinkability with a touch of Italian charm. — a month ago

Chris A

9.5

The kind of wine you’d want to serve or gift to leave an impression. A solid, smooth & very well balanced Italian red. Smooth on the nose - smoother on the palette. Mature red fruit with a soft touch from start to finish. Incredible glass with a red sauce meal but this can also stand alone. Just wow — 2 months ago

romo

9.1

Day-two magic. A fine white @Chris Buggy might enjoy. — 4 months ago

Gene Buonviri

9.0

Pale gold. White Peach , Kiwi and a trace of mineral. Clear and crisp. Very tasty! — a month ago

with Justinian

Kelly

9.1

Good chilled wine movies w Pam and Brit — 2 months ago

John Howard

Harvest production at Hirsch and Cobb Wineries

9.3

Wow, so good! Need more. — 2 months ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

8.9

My first white bottle selection wasn’t available so I chose this instead. Not a bad consolation prize: apple, white peach, citrus nose, medium body, engaging acidity backed by minerality. Great accompaniment to the table’s seafood and chicken entrées. — 4 months ago

Tegan Marriott

9.1

Baby barolo for my holidaze weekend 😊 So want to try their barbaresco! Pairing with elevated homemade turkey burgers! — a month ago

Lev Lavrichtchev

9.4

Aug 2025: aeration in open bottle for 2 hours while sipping. Great representation of Nebbiolo, traditional style, Barolo-like. Very deep and powerful, superb. Still potential for further aging — 9 years ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.0

Pale lemon with aromas of fresh stone fruits, citrus and salty floral notes, made with the Cortese grape. On the palate flavors of pear, apple and lemon citrus with lively acidity and blossom notes. Medium savory finish ending with citrus and salty mineral character. — 3 months ago