Toscana Bianco IGT “Gisso” (2021) - La Nascosta
The name “Gisso” is inspired by an old local term linked to the limestone soil of the Colline Metallifere, which contributes to the wine’s distinctive minerality. The La Nascosta winery stands out for its biodynamic, artisan approach.
Toscana Bianco IGT “Gisso” (2021) - La Nascosta
Type: Vino Bianco
Area: Italy, Tuscany, Colline Toscane (Arezzo)
Appellation: Toscana Bianco IGT
Grape variety: Sauvignon blanc
Vintage: 2021
Winery: La Nascosta
Alcohol: 12.5
The appellation: Toscana Bianco IGT
Toscana Bianco IGT is an appellation that represents the extraordinary variety and quality of white wines produced in Tuscany. This Indicazione Geografica Tipica allows producers to use a wide range of grape varieties, both native and international, letting them express their creativity to the full and showcase the area. Toscana Bianco IGT wines stand out for their freshness, elegance and versatility, making them ideal both for drinking young and in more structured, complex versions.
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Who makes it: La Nascosta
La Nascosta is a winery in the heart of Tuscany, set among gentle hills and centuries-old vineyards. The name evokes the charm of a hidden, unspoilt place, where viticulture is an art handed down with passion. The winery works in full respect of nature, with sustainable practices and a winemaking approach that aims to bring out the authentic character of native grape varieties.
Find out more about La NascostaThe vine of Toscana Bianco IGT “Gisso”
Sauvignon blanc
Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most famous and widely planted white grape varieties in the world, known for its fresh, aromatic and vibrant wines. Native to France, and in particular to the Loire Valley and Bordeaux, Sauvignon Blanc has spread to many wine regions, adapting to different climates and soils while always keeping its unmistakable personality.
Find out moreToscana Bianco IGT “Gisso”: the area of the Colline Toscane (Arezzo)
Colline Toscane (Arezzo)
The Colline Toscane (Arezzo), in the eastern part of Tuscany, are one of the most fascinating areas of the region and one of the richest in winegrowing tradition. This area, which embraces the gentle hills around the city of Arezzo, is characterised by a breathtaking landscape of vineyards, olive groves and medieval villages. The varied soils and the mild climate, influenced by the Apennines, create ideal conditions for growing both native and international grape varieties.
Find out more about Tuscan hills (Arezzo)Climate: Mediterranean
Soil: Limestone / chalk
Geographical setting: Sea
Profile of Toscana Bianco IGT “Gisso”
Primary aromas: Citrus, white peach, wild flowers
Secondary aromas: Honey, fresh almond
Tertiary aromas: Delicate spices, aromatic herbs
Tasting notes: An elegant, complex white, with a citrus freshness that joins a velvety structure. The finish is long and mineral, with pleasant notes of almond and honey.
| Sulphites | yes |
| Body | Enveloping |
| Acidity | Media |
| Tannin | No |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Finish | Long |
| Colour | Straw yellow with golden highlights |
| Clarity | Clear |
| Body | Medium |
Winemaking methods used for Toscana Bianco IGT “Gisso”
Hand harvesting
Hand harvesting is a traditional, painstaking approach to picking, where bunches are selected and cut by hand straight from the vine. Compared with machine harvesting it allows far closer attention to quality, since only the best bunches are chosen and the fruit is not damaged.
Find out moreMalolactic fermentation
Malolactic fermentation is a fundamental process in winemaking, particularly used for quality white, red and sparkling wines. This method plays a key role in determining the flavour and aromatic profile of many wines, helping to make them softer, more complex and suited to long ageing.
Find out moreSoft pressing
Soft pressing is a gentle winemaking technique, used to extract the must from the grapes with the least possible pressure. This method makes it possible to obtain a high-quality must, free of excessive phenolic or tannic substances, ideal for producing elegant white, rosé and red wines.
Find out moreTemperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel
Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel is a technique that makes it possible to produce fresh, fruity, clean wines, preserving the varietal aromas of the grapes at their best.
Find out moreSeparate fermentation for each grape variety
Separate fermentation for each grape variety is a winemaking technique that allows the grapes of different varieties to be vinified separately, respecting the unique characteristics of each. This approach ensures precise control over fermentation parameters (such as temperature, duration and yeast management), letting each variety express its aromatic and structural potential at its best.
Find out moreCold maceration
Cold maceration is a winemaking technique used to bring out fresh, fruity aromas and to obtain greater extraction of colour and aromatic compounds from the skins. This process, carried out at low temperatures before alcoholic fermentation, is particularly suited to producing elegant white, rosé and red wines.
Find out moreAgeing methods used for Toscana Bianco IGT “Gisso”
In Stainless Steel (7–18 months)
Ageing in stainless steel for between 7 and 18 months is a winemaking choice aimed at obtaining more structured, complex wines, while retaining the varietal purity and aromatic precision typical of an inert material. Unlike short ageing periods, here the wine is left to mature for longer in stainless steel so that it stabilises naturally, develops slowly and gains greater balance, without any aromatic interference from wood or oxidation.
Find out moreIn bottle (1–6 months)
Ageing in bottle for 1 to 6 months is a final but fundamental stage in the development of a wine. During this period, the wine – already stabilised and bottled – continues to mature away from oxygen, developing greater harmony between its components. It is a very widespread practice for wines that have completed their ageing in stainless steel or wood and that need a minimum settling time to reach the right balance before going on sale.
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