The Gavi dei Gavi Etichetta Nera 2024 from La Scolca is a top-tier Cortese from the very winery that brought the variety to global prominence. It was thanks to their pioneering efforts that the grape earned its DOCG status in the Gavi region, and today, this wine features on the wine lists of the world’s finest restaurants and private cellars. Oh, and the 2024 vintage has just been awarded 90 points by James Suckling.
Founded in 1919 in the Gavi area of Piedmont, La Scolca is the oldest winery in the region. It has remained in the hands of the Soldati family since its inception and is considered a trailblazer in the production of single-varietal white wines from Cortese — in a region once dominated by red grapes and wines. The first Gavi dei Gavi Etichetta Nera, crafted by Vittorio Soldati in 1966, catapulted the winery to international fame and played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Gavi DOCG designation in 1998. Today, it is listed in Michelin-starred restaurants across the globe and was even served officially to Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom.
Now in the hands of the fifth generation, Vittorio’s daughter Chiara Soldati continues the legacy with a philosophy rooted in sustainability, meticulous vineyard management, and cutting-edge winemaking techniques.
The 2024 Gavi dei Gavi Etichetta Nera is made from 60-year-old biodynamically farmed vines in Rovereto di Gavi, a site prized for its altitude and limestone-rich soils, considered among the finest in the region. Grapes are hand-harvested and gently pressed. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at low temperatures to preserve the grape’s aromatic character and freshness. The wine is then left on its lees for several months, gaining depth and structure, resulting in a captivating wine that flies off the shelves.
This is a wine that consistently impresses, year after year, with its aromatic purity, vibrant freshness, and elegant balance — a top choice for lovers of white wines with character and Italian finesse.
