La Scolca Italian White
Cortese from Gavi, poured in Commack for decades.
The story behind La Scolca
La Scolca works one grape in one place: Cortese, grown in the Gavi zone of Piedmont in northwest Italy. Gavi earned DOCG status on the strength of that grape, a white with cut and a mineral spine rather than perfume. The estate's labels have carried the name for generations, and the White Label and Black Label bottlings are the two most people ask for by name.
We have poured La Scolca at this counter long enough to know what it does at the table. It opens up with air, holds its edge against food, and does not need a lecture. If you have only had Gavi once and found it thin, try the Black Label before you decide.
Explore the La Scolca range
Three bottles, one grape. The White Label is the everyday pour, the Black Label is the step up, and the Rosé rounds out the shelf.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Scolca Gavi White Label 750mL | Gavi DOCG white | See label | Cortese, dry, citrus and green almond, clean finish |
| La Scolca Gavi Black Label 750mL | Gavi DOCG white | See label | Cortese, deeper and rounder, more texture and length |
| La Scolca Rose 750mL | Rosé | See label | Light, dry, red fruit, bright acidity |
| La Scolca Gavi White Label 750mL | By the case | See label | Six bottles, the house white for a long table |
| La Scolca Gavi Black Label 750mL | Gift bottle | See label | The upgrade pour for shellfish and celebrations |
Which La Scolca is right for you?
Pricing here is straightforward. La Scolca Gavi White Label runs $17.99 for a 750mL, the Black Label is $39.99, and the La Scolca Rose is listed at $6. That last figure is the shelf price on the listing, so confirm it with us before you build a plan around it. The White Label is the value play at under twenty dollars, and the Black Label earns its price when you are opening oysters or pouring for people who notice. Buy La Scolca online and pick it up curbside in Commack at no charge.
Under twenty dollars, dry, and steady with chicken, pasta or nothing at all.
More texture and length, which is what shellfish and a full table want.
A low cost way to see what the estate does outside its Gavi core.