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    • The Estate

    A place that is balanced and harmonic in all of its elements

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    The new born: La Raia's Passito

    Produced for the first time in 2021, from the Cortese grapes grown according to the biodynamic farming principles.

    Locanda La Raia

    The green mansion in the Gavi hills

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    We'll see you on March 31st

    Locanda La Raia is closed for the winter period, until Friday 31 March. The Cellar and the Foundation continue their programmes of wine tours and visits.

    Fondazione La Raia

    For a critical reflection on the landscape

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    OAK BARREL BAROQUE, a new work at the Raia

    Inaugurated on 2 October, it is signed by Michael Beutler.

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    The project

    The choice of biodynamic farming to the benefit of future generations

    Giorgio Rossi Cairo purchased the first vineyards of La Raia in 2003, enthralled by the Gavi hills, an island still untouched by the stringent urbanization that has largely affected our territory. The strong desire to save the typical traits of this landscape and its natural resources stimulated the Rossi Cairo family to choose a preservative restoration for the buildings and to follow the biodynamic farming principles in the vineyards and the wine cellar. The project developed over the years with the establishment of a Steiner school, a service of production and delivery of biodynamic food, an art Foundation and two accommodation structures inside the estate. The commitment to a sustainable and high-quality farming was reinforced in 2015 with the acquisition of Tenuta Cucco in the Langhe region. The Tenuta has been a certified organic farm since 2018 and produces Nebbiolo and Barolo Nebbiolo.

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    Discover our Gavi Pisé DOCG

    The evolution of a cru.

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    News

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    02.12.2022 | Press

    The New Born: La Raia's Passito

    From the Cortese grapes grown according to the biodynamic farming principles, here is La Raia's Passito. A new way to tell, and love, the Cortese.

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    19.10.2022 | Press

    Piero Rossi Cairo among the Under 40 Wine Industry Leaders

    Winemakers, managers, sommeliers, influencers: Fortune issued the list of "40 under 40" Wine Industry Leaders in Italy. To get to know them, the protagonists of a sector in great transformation, take a look here. You will also find Piero Rossi Cairo, with La Raia and Tenuta Cucco.

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    07.02.2023 | Press

    22 Amazing Family-run Hotels in Italy

    Elizabeth Heath of Travel + Leisure (US) chooses 22 Italian destinations from the Dolomites to the sea, suitable for families. They are special places, for their hospitality and opportunities to experience nature. Locanda is among them.

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    29.08.2022 | Press

    La Raia on Food & Travel UK

    The prestigious British magazine chooses Gavi as stage number one of its "Food & Wine Trails of Italy", through images and words by Marina Spironetti. In the “Where to stay” section, on page five, a beautiful review of Locanda La Raia.

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    28.06.2022 | Press

    Piero Rossi Cairo on Walk the Talk

    The full version of the interview with Piero Rossi Cairo made by  Riikka Sukula for Walk the Talk.

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    14.07.2022 | Press

    Locanda on Harpers' Bazaar

    Locanda La Raia is one of Martina di Iorio's favourite country spots for the summer.

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    29.06.2022 | Press

    Weekend in Gavi between art and good wine

    Valentina Dirindin's article on Vanity Fair: one day at La Raia.

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    23.05.2022 | Press

    La Raia on the Guida de L'Espresso 2022

    In the section dedicated to wines, edited by Andrea Grignaffini, a score of four bottles for our cru, the Gavi Pisé.

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    15.03.2022 | Press

    In the Groove

    A new article on southern Piedmont, its gorgeous hills and its precious truffles. With a special mention on La Raia's wines and food.

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    24.02.2022 | Press

    A Hotel Life

    Ross Belfer's experience at Locanda La Raia on A Hotel Life.

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    The Estate

    The wines

    White Cortese and red Piemonte Barbera La Raia are wines with strong personality and surprising ability to evolve. Thanks to the biodynamic method they fully express the originality and vitality of the Gavi terroir.

    Rooms and apartments

    All rooms, suites and apartments at Locanda La Raia are different from one another and are furnished with pieces that reflect the taste of the property.

    Fondazione La Raia

    Art path

    The contributions of artists, coming from Italy and abroad, have enriched Gavi’s territory favoring a critical reflection on the landscape and nature.

    A day at La Raia

    Nature, biodynamic wines, an art path and the dishes by Tommaso Arrigoni. You are invited to spend a day at La Raia.

    Living La Raia

    A unique ecosystem of nature

    180 hectares of cultivation and pastures that protect numerous animal species: La raia is a true supporter of biodiversity.

    The experience

    Discovering the territory, tasting the Gavi tradition and relaxing in the vineyards: at Locanda La Raia give yourself time means living moments of pure wellness in the nature

    Events

    Over the years, Fondazione La Raia has promoted several events and public debates: food for thought on culture, the landscape and the territory through different art disciplines.