BAVA Wine Tasting
with Giorgio Bava
With a lineage dating back to 1600, Bava stands as one of the oldest wine families in Piedmont, rooted in Cocconato, a quaint village nestled in the Monferrato Astigiano. Their inaugural cellar, established in 1911, marks the foundation of their legacy. We are honored to welcome Giorgio Bava, the sixth generation of this esteemed family, who serves as the global export director.
Join us for an exclusive experience as Giorgio leads a mini-vertical tasting, spotlighting Piedmont's prized grape, Barbera, sourced from the newly designated Barbera-specific DOCG, Nizza. We’ll explore 4 vintages of the estate's renowned Pianoalto bottling, spanning from 2000 to 2014, each showcasing the inherent elegance and longevity of Barbera. Additionally, we have the rare opportunity to sample two vintages of Bava's limited-production Barolo Cru Scarrone, 2015 and 2016.
Prepare for an afternoon brimming with conviviality and engaging conversation, as we explore the essence of Piedmont's foremost grapes, guided by our spirited host.
Light snacks will be provided.
Sunday, March 24
4:00pm - 6:00pm
$175 + tax & 20% service charge
Seating is limited.
Host: Scott Thomas, Restaurant Olivia wine director
Scott joined Restaurant Olivia as wine director in April 2023, bringing decades of experience in wine and hospitality. He is also the founder of Grappolo Wine School, which he established in 2022. Scott is highly passionate about educating others and aims to share his love for wine and food cultures with passionate enthusiasts and industry professionals.
He holds certifications as a Certified Wine Educator and Certified Sommelier and recently received a Master's degree in Wine Culture from the University of Gastronomic Sciences after spending two immersive years in the Barolo region of northern Italy. Scott has also earned the esteemed titles of Italian Wine Ambassador, certified Italian Wine Educator, and official Orvieto Ambassador.