Other Experiences Gavi

Located between the Ligurian sea and Monferrato, the wine destination of Gavi offers its visitors a slow approach to tourism. In Gavi, you will be able to visit some of the area’s wineries and enjoy wine tastings surrounded by secular vineyards and old fortresses.

The area of Gavi distinguishes itself from the rest of Piedmont, where vinification is mainly focused on red wines with international fame. Your wine tastings in Gavi will focus on the area’s appellation of origin: Gavi DOCG, a white wine that can be divided into four types; Fermo (still), Frizzante (semi-sparkling), Spumante (sparkling) and Riserva.

During your winery visits in Gavi, your wine tastings will consist of a selection of Gavi wines, often paired with some local cheeses and cured meats or a light lunch. While here, we also recommend trying some of Piedmont’s iconic dishes, famous across Italy and abroad, such as bollito misto, vitello tonnato, bagnet verd and tajarin.

When visiting the wineries producing Gavi DOCG, you will come across one single grape variety, Cortese. The wine produced with this variety is characterized by a pale straw color with greenish reflections and an elegant and fresh aroma. During your wine tastings in Gavi, you will experience how the fresh notes of white flowers and fresh fruit typical of Gavi turn into more complex aromas in the Riserva type, thanks to the acquisition of tertiary aromas during aging.

The best period to visit Gavi is between May and October when you will be able to enjoy wine tastings, wine tours, and activities like picnics in the vineyards while the sun is shining and the weather is pleasant.

The territory surrounding Gavi offers many activities besides wine tastings and visits to wineries. While here, we recommend visiting some of the area’s historical sites, such as Gavi’s Fort and San Giacomo’s church, or organizing a truffle hunt or bike tour through the vineyards.

The average price of a wine tasting with winery visit in Gavi is around €78.50. Depending on the experience, prices range from €22.00 to €135.00. Booking in advance ensures availability and the best prices.

Here are the top wineries to visit in Gavi:

• Castello di Tassarolo
• CASTELLARI BERGAGLIO
• La Mesma - Cantina
• Il Poggio di Gavi
• Agriturismo Tenuta La Marchesa
• La Cedraia
• Tenuta San Lorenzo
• BROGLIA

Here are the best wine tastings to book in Gavi:

• Truffle Hunt in Piedmont with Wine and Truffle Products Tasting
• Introduction to Gavi: Tour and Wine Tasting at Castellari Bergaglio
• Gavi Wine Experience at Il Poggio di Gavi
• Vineyard Lesson and Aperitif in the Hills of Piedmont
• Wine Tasting at Castello di Tassarolo
• 'Seven Shades of Gavi' Tour and Wine Tasting at Castellari Bergaglio
• Wine, art & Charity at La Raia
• Fruity Wine Tasting at Tenuta San Lorenzo in the Gavi territory