Monte Rotondo Gavi Villa Sparina 1999
The 1999 Monte Rotondo Gavi is a white wine produced by Villa Sparina. It is made from the Italian Cortese grape, a variety that is deeply rooted in the Piedmont region and specifically cultivated in the Gavi area. The label features the Italian phrase "Il vino come principio creativo," which translates to "Wine as a creative principle." This vintage was bottled at the origin by the winegrower Massimo Moccagatta at the Villa Sparina agricultural estate.
The wine originates from the Monte Rotondo vineyard within the Gavi appellation, located in the southeastern part of Piedmont around the town of Gavi. Also known as Cortese di Gavi, this is a dedicated white wine area. The wine holds the highest Italian wine classification, Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG), with the specific designation from the municipality of Gavi.
Piedmont, literally translating to "at the foot of the mountain," is situated in northwestern Italy and is bordered by the Alps. It is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious wine regions in the world, characterized by small, passionate, family-run wineries with a strong focus on terroir and the influence of soil and microclimate. The landscape features dramatic, steep hills that are often enveloped in thick morning fog during the autumn months, a natural phenomenon that protects the grapes and ensures a long maturation period. While Piedmont is globally renowned for its red wines, hazelnuts, and the exclusive white truffles of Alba, it is also the proud home of the classic Gavi white wine.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Piedmont
Piedmont (which literally means "at the foot of the mountain") is located in northwestern Italy, surrounded by the Alps. It is considered one of the world's absolute most prestigious wine regions. The area is known for small, passionate, family-run wineries and a huge focus on terroir (how the soil and microclimate affect the wine).
Classic characteristics of Piedmont:
The royal wines: This is where the world-famous, complex and expensive red wines Barolo and Barbaresco come from (both made from 100% Nebbiolo).
Everyday heroes: In addition to Nebbiolo, the region is famous for the grapes Barbera (juicy, acidic and incredibly popular) and Dolcetto (dark, soft and fruity).
The white and sweet: Piedmont also makes the crisp white wine Gavi and the famous, lightly sparkling dessert bubbles Moscato d'Asti.
The landscape: Dramatic, steep hills – especially in the Langhe sub-area. The hills are often shrouded in thick morning mist in autumn, which protects the grapes and allows for a long, perfect ripening.
Gastronomy: An absolute mecca for food lovers. The area is world famous for the exclusive white truffles from Alba, hazelnuts and rich, simmered dishes that scream with a glass of local red wine.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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