La Raia Pise

We all know Nebbiolo reigns king in Piedmont. Did you know that they queen white is Cortese? Cortese ripens well in Gavi and considered a star white grape of Piedmont region. The warm summers, cool winters, altitude and sea breezes all preserve the freshness and acidity in the wines.

La Raia was founded in 2003 by Giorgio Rossi Cairo who wanted to preserve and protect the Gavi hills - its natural beauty and landscape. La Raia is all about balance, harmony and protection of natural resources. The Gavi "Pisé" has been defined by the Piedmontese winery itself as "the best representation of the winery's philosophy". The La Cascinetta vineyard’s is the oldest of La Raia. The 70 year+ old vines are planted in sandy and loose soils at an altitude of 400 meters and are farmed in line with organic and biodynamic principles (Demeter certified farm). Hand harvested with the utmost care, minimal if no human intervention, temperature controlled fermentation for 20-25 days followed by 20 months of lees ageing in stainless steel tanks.

La Raia Pisé 2017

100% Cortese

Gavi DOCG, Italy

3500 bottles produced

Pours into the glass a pale lemon color.

Swirl and you are greeted with pleasant green tree fruit, almonds, floral, honey and minerals.

Sip and the rich flavors of freshly cut pineapple and melon, pear and apple, jasmine, honey, saline, lemon, lime, grass and finishes on a yeasty biscuit and almond note. The rich, warm texture, lively fresh acidity, alcohol of 13.5% abv are balanced with the flavors and persistent finish. It’s a crisp, sleek and pleasant wine 


Pair with yellow squash risotto, roasted basil and pepper shrimp kebabs, pesto pasta