3 editor-picked estates growing Sauvignon Blanc in Piedmont.
Where to taste Sauvignon Blanc in Piedmont: the estates that grow it, how the region expresses the grape, and how to book a visit.
The Gaja family has made wine in Barbaresco since 1859. Angelo Gaja modernised the estate from the 1960s and pushed single-vineyard Nebbiolo onto the world stage; the house now also farms in Barolo and beyond.
Tasting: Cellar visits and tastings strictly by appointment in Barbaresco; book months ahead.
Signature wines: sori-san-lorenzo, sori-tildin, barbaresco-gaja
The Rivetti family began with Moscato in 1977 and moved into single-vineyard Barbaresco and Barolo, marking its top crus with the rhinoceros label. Known for a polished, modern style.
Tasting: Visits and tastings by reservation at Castagnole delle Lanze, usually mid-morning or afternoon.
Signature wines: barbaresco-vigneto-gallina, barbaresco-vigneto-starderi, barolo-campe
The Gresy family has owned the Martinenga monopole in Barbaresco since 1797 and has bottled its own wine since 1973, making elegant, perfumed Nebbiolo from this prized amphitheatre.
Tasting: Tastings and direct sales by appointment at the Martinenga estate in Barbaresco.
Signature wines: barbaresco-martinenga, barbaresco-camp-gros-riserva, barbaresco-gaiun