Tasting note
In this wonderfully aromatic Soave from Italy's Veneto sage and mint, elderflower and cherry blossom waft into the nostrils, followed by an appetising shot of peach and apricot on the tongue.
Viticulture
100% Garganega. The vines are Pergola-Veronese trained, with a planting density of 3000 plants per hectare and are on average 40 years old. The grapes for the Soave Vintage come from vineyards in the Soave hills. The very complex soils are of calcareous origin with a clay-loam texture.
Vinification
About 40% grapes picked in 3rd week Sept, crushed, traditionally fermented off skins. Rest picked late Oct, pressed, skin fermented at 20°C for 15 days. Blend of both. Aged on lees post-fermentation in concrete vats for gradual maturation under stable temp and micro-oxygenation
Food Match
Good on fish dishes, pasta with white meat sauces, but also tomato sauces. Ideal for white meat dishes.