Introduction: La Mesma is one of Gavi's most compelling modern success stories — a certified organic estate in Tassarolo founded in 2001 by three sisters, Paola, Francesca, and Anna Rosina, who came to winemaking from backgrounds in art history, biology, and law with no formal oenological training. What followed is a testament to tenacity and terroir: within a decade, their wines were earning Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri awards and international recognition. The "Le Rose" — a nod to the sisters' surname, which means "little rose" in Italian — is sourced from the estate's Tassarolo vineyards and offers a punchier, more fruit-forward expression of Cortese than their flagship Yellow Label, without sacrificing the mineral precision that defines the house style.

Terroir: The "Le Rose" is sourced from Tassarolo vineyards planted on red clay soils rich in iron, which encourage more concentrated fruit character and amplify the classic lemony intensity Cortese is prized for. Vines range from 15 to 55 years old across the estate's 25 hectares in the Gavi DOCG zone of southeastern Piedmont, situated near the Ligurian border where coastal breezes from the Mediterranean temper the growing season and preserve natural acidity. The combination of iron-rich clay, hillside elevation, and maritime influence gives "Le Rose" its distinctive combination of aromatic generosity and saline grip.

Appearance: Pale straw-yellow with bright silvery highlights, clean and luminous in the glass.

Nose: Delicate aromatics of chamomile, white peach, and apple blossom open the bouquet, giving way to a more assertive citrus core of Meyer lemon and grapefruit zest with a chalky, flinty underpinning. The nose is both pretty and purposeful — floral and fresh, with enough mineral tension to signal real depth.

Palate: The palate delivers on the nose's promise with a punchy, vibrant mid-palate of Meyer lemon, ripe pear, and white peach, framed by bright acidity and a clean, saline minerality that gives the wine its focus and length. The texture is lean and precise — bone dry, with a gentle creaminess from the Cortese grape that softens without dulling the wine's characteristic crispness. Fresh, serious, and satisfying in equal measure.

Finish: Long and clean, with a persistent saline and chalky mineral fade that lingers pleasantly alongside bright citrus. The finish is the wine's clearest statement of terroir — Tassarolo's iron-rich clay speaking clearly through every sip.

Food Pairings:
🥩 Meat: Grilled branzino with lemon and capers, linguine alle vongole, or roasted chicken with herbs and white wine
🥦 Vegetarian: Risotto primavera with asparagus and peas, zucchini fritters with lemon aioli, or a simple arugula and shaved parmesan salad
🧀 Charcuterie Board: Fresh mozzarella, mild taleggio, Ligurian olives, marinated artichoke hearts, and thin-sliced prosciutto cotto

Overall Impression: The 2024 "Le Rose" is a wine that earns its serious reputation without ever losing its easy charm — equally at home as an aperitivo pour or alongside a full meal. Certified organic, solar-powered in production, and made with minimal intervention, it reflects the Rosina sisters' commitment to both quality and environmental stewardship. Serve well-chilled at 45–50°F; drink now through 2026–2027 for peak freshness, though the mineral structure suggests it will hold comfortably for a year or two beyond.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): ~12% 
Farming Practices: Certified organic viticulture; hand harvested; solar-powered winery; minimal intervention
Producer Name: La Mesma (Rosina Sisters)
Old World / New World: Old World
Country of Origin: Italy
Region: Gavi DOCG, Piedmont
Grape Varietals: 100% Cortese
Vintage: 2024
Wine Style: Dry White, light-medium body — Crisp Mineral Italian White White Winemaking Techniques: Soft whole-cluster pressing; controlled low-temperature fermentation in stainless steel; no oak; bottled for freshness
Pack Size: 750ml
Container Style: Glass bottle
Closure Style: Natural cork