Broglia

Overview

Estate

Broglia is a historic winery in the heart of the Gavi DOCG region in Piemonte, with vineyards surrounding the town of Gavi. The estate is recognized as one of the leading producers of Gavi and has played a key role in elevating Cortese wines to international prominence.

Climate

The area enjoys a mild continental climate, shaped by the nearby Ligurian Apennines and maritime breezes from the Ligurian coast. Warm, sunny days and cool nights allow for gradual ripening while preserving freshness and aromatic elegance.

Soil

The soils are predominantly limestone and clay with mineral-rich marl, ideal for cultivating Cortese grapes and producing wines with freshness, minerality, and longevity.

Vineyards

The vineyards extend across the rolling hills surrounding Gavi, primarily planted with Cortese and featuring small plots of traditional Piedmontese varieties. Vineyard sites are carefully selected for altitude, exposure, and drainage.

Cultivation

Broglia practices careful vineyard management, with strong attention to sustainability, low yields, and manual harvesting, to preserve the purity and identity of the Gavi terroir.

Winery

The winery combines modern vinification technology with traditional expertise to enhance the elegance, precision, and aging potential of Cortese wines. Temperature-controlled fermentation and meticulous grape selection are central to its production philosophy.

Family

The Broglia family has long been connected to the Gavi region and its viticultural traditions. Over generations, the family has helped secure Gavi DOCG’s international recognition as one of Italy’s most important white wines.

Winemaker

The winery’s technical team works with a philosophy centered on freshness, minerality, varietal purity, and authentic expression of the Gavi terroir.

Focus Point

• Historic producer in the heart of Gavi DOCG. • Limestone-rich soils ideal for mineral-driven white wines. • Elegant wines with freshness and aging potential. • Sustainable vineyard management and low yields. • International benchmark producer of Gavi wines.