Elena Cattaneo shares the story of La Raia nestled in the Gavi hills, where landscape, sustainability, and boutique hospitality meet in perfect harmony
Locanda La Raia is the centerpiece of Isabella Radaelli's article following her stay at the estate's relais. The piece highlights the cuisine, gardens, and decor that make it a one-of-a-kind retreat nestled in the Gavi hills.
La Raia has been featured in a charming autumn itinerary set out to discover places where wine, relaxation, and design meet. The result is ten evocative hotels, stretching from the Langhe hills to the Baroque wonders of Sicily, including Lower Piedmont with our Locanda, nestled amidst the vineyards. The article is written by Daniela Giambrone.
We are thrilled by how they interpreted our culinary philosophy: an offering deeply tied to our estate's produce and a unique tradition where Ligurian and Piedmontese dining histories cross paths.
"At the Rossi Cairo family estate, farm-to-table is truly home: 200 biodynamic hectares providing Fassona beef, eggs, and vegetables for Chef Arrigoni’s kitchen. Rabbit with Taggiasca olives and parsnip, with a dehors overlooking the Gavi vineyards”.
WineEnthusiast tells the story of Gavi with its usual depth and expertise, inviting readers to discover a region with an ancient history where wine was made from Cortese grapes long before receiving its DOCG status. Our biodynamic Gavi Pleo successfully passes the test of author Maeve Wade, in an article that encourages readers to explore the many expressions of Gavi
On October 25th, La Raia will participate for the second consecutive year in MetodoContemporaneo. Itinerari diffusi tra arti, vino e paesaggio—Italy’s first observatory dedicated to the dialogue between contemporary art and the wine landscape. This network event involves fourteen wineries across Italy on the same day, all engaged in projects linking art, wine, landscape, and local communities.
While pairing wine with Asian cuisine is often a notoriously complex task, Gavi has long been established as a favored choice. Speaking with Jacopo Fontaneto of Il Gusto, Basara founder Danilo Migliarese discusses his decision to feature Gavi Riserva La Raia on his wine list for several years.
Moving beyond the era of "archistar"-designed wineries, a new wave of curatorial projects and art foundations has taken center stage. Writing for The Good Life, Daniela Giambrone chronicles the story of Fondazione La Raia alongside a series of other standout Italian cultural initiatives.
Writing for DOVE magazine, Paolo Gallini conducts an extensive and evocative survey of the art, craftsmanship, and regenerative practices discovered along the route from Val Borbera to Novi Ligure, featuring an in-depth look at La Raia and its Foundation.
Angela Frenda profiles Il Borgo, the newly unveiled spaces within the La Raia estate. Reimagined from an ancient farming hamlet, these accommodations are designed for families and groups seeking a secluded retreat amidst the rolling Gavi hills.
Five themes for five brand-new menus, born from Tommaso Arrigoni and Mirko Natali's passion for the cuisine of Gavi, a unique meeting point of Ligurian and Piedmontese traditions. Ingredients from the La Raia estate and off-menu dishes for five MICHELIN Green Star experiences.
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Niki Blasina, correspondent for the Financial Times , recounts her visit to La Raia, among biodynamic wines, works of art and author-driven cuisine.
