Characteristics
Favorita is the name of the Vermentino grape in Piedmont. The vines are planted in the region of Roero, were harvested in mid-September and the wine rested 4 months 'sur lie'. Aromas of lime, grapefruit, green apple and almond.
Food paring
Versatile white wine, a brilliant wine pairing for anything fishy, herby or citrussy. Think of raw and marinated shellfish, grilled white fish, prawns or shrimps, also pasta dishes with seafood. Partners vegetables well, such as asparagus, fennel and artichokes.
About this winery
Piedmont is one of the most fascinating regions in the wine world today. Poderi Gianni Gagliardo is a family winery located in La Morra in Langhe, the heart of Piedmont, a region of rolling vineyards on hills that follow the curves of the Tanaro River south of Alba. La Morra is known as a top appellation for Barolo wines with a fine, floral wine style. Barbera gives juicy, lively reds to drink young and fresh and the indigenous grape, Nebbiolo, is widely praised for its fruit, aromas, and smoky subtlety.