In the glass
Aroma: white blossom, green apple, citrus zest, light almond
Palate: crisp mineral, clean citrus, apple fruit, dry finish
The Gorgo estate at Custoza di Valeggio sul Mincio produces one of the most consistently mineral Bianco di Custoza expressions. The morainic glacial soils on the southern slope of the Lake Garda amphitheatre impart a saline mineral quality to the Garganega-Trebbiano-Cortese blend.
What it pairs with
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Pesce di lago alla griglia (grilled lake fish)
Classic Custoza DOC and lake fish pairing from the Garda region. -
Risotto al limone
Mineral acidity and citrus thread echo and amplify a lemon-accented risotto. -
Crostini with white truffle
Light mineral white does not compete with truffle but provides a clean counterpoint.
How to serve Gorgo Bianco di Custoza DOC
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass , the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Pesce di lago alla griglia (grilled lake fish), Risotto al limone, Crostini with white truffle. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Gorgo was founded in 1966 on the glacial moraine south of Lake Garda. The estate's position on the gentle southern slope of the morainic amphitheatre, with its mix of glacially deposited soils, produces a Bianco di Custoza of mineral precision.
- 1966 — Gorgo estate founded at Custoza di Valeggio sul Mincio on glacial moraine soils.
- 1971 — Bianco di Custoza DOC established; Gorgo among founding producers.
Facts
- Producer
- Gorgo
- Grapes
- Garganega, Trebbiano Toscano, Cortese
- Classification
- Bianco di Custoza DOC
- Oak
- No oak; stainless steel cold fermentation
- ABV
- 12.0%
- Price
- EUR 10-15 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-4 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1966
Frequently asked about Gorgo Bianco di Custoza DOC
What does Gorgo Bianco di Custoza DOC taste like?
On the nose, white blossom, green apple, citrus zest, light almond. On the palate, crisp mineral, clean citrus, apple fruit, dry finish. Structurally light-bodied, high acidity with a clean and refreshing finish. The Gorgo estate at Custoza di Valeggio sul Mincio produces one of the most consistently mineral Bianco di Custoza expressions. The morainic glacial soils on the southern slope of the Lake Garda amphitheatre impart a saline mineral quality to the Garganega-Trebbiano-Cortese blend.
When should I drink Gorgo Bianco di Custoza DOC?
Drink 1-4 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Gorgo Bianco di Custoza DOC?
Pesce di lago alla griglia (grilled lake fish) is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Risotto al limone and Crostini with white truffle. Classic Custoza DOC and lake fish pairing from the Garda region.
What grapes are in Gorgo Bianco di Custoza DOC?
The blend is Garganega, Trebbiano Toscano, Cortese. The wine is classified as Bianco di Custoza DOC.