Gaja Alteni di Brassica Langhe 2023 750ml

Product Info

Terroir
Sourced from estate vineyards in the Langhe hills of Piedmont, Alteni di Brassica represents Gaja’s distinctive interpretation of Sauvignon Blanc. The vineyards sit on calcareous marl soils at elevations that benefit from significant day-to-night temperature variation, allowing the grapes to develop aromatic intensity while retaining freshness and structure. The Langhe’s combination of sunshine, cooling influences, and mineral-rich soils gives the wine a character that is both varietally expressive and unmistakably Piedmontese.

Winemaking & Technical Notes
Originally planted as an experiment to explore Sauvignon Blanc’s potential in the Langhe, Alteni di Brassica has become one of Italy’s benchmark expressions of the variety. The fruit is carefully harvested and fermented with meticulous attention to preserving aromatic precision and textural depth. Aging is designed to enhance complexity and integration while maintaining freshness, resulting in a wine that balances richness, minerality, and vibrant acidity.

Tasting Notes
Pale gold in the glass, the 2023 opens with layered aromas of grapefruit, passion fruit, lime zest, elderflower, and fresh herbs. The palate is vibrant yet textured, delivering concentrated citrus and tropical fruit balanced by bright acidity and a pronounced mineral backbone. Notes of white peach, flint, and subtle spice emerge with air, leading to a long, focused finish marked by precision, energy, and remarkable persistence.

Food Pairing & Service
A sophisticated and versatile white wine, this Sauvignon Blanc pairs beautifully with shellfish, grilled seafood, fresh goat cheese, herb-roasted poultry, and vegetable-driven cuisine. Its combination of texture and acidity also makes it an excellent partner for richer fish preparations and dishes featuring fresh herbs. Serve lightly chilled to highlight both its aromatic complexity and mineral detail.

Cellaring Potential
While highly expressive in its youth, Alteni di Brassica has the structure to evolve gracefully over the next 8–12 years. With age, its bright citrus and herbal character will deepen into more complex notes of honey, flint, and savory minerality while retaining the freshness and precision that define this distinctive wine.