Denomination: Soave Classico DOC
Geographical Location: hilly area of Soave Classico
Grapes: Garganega 85%; Trebbiano di Soave 15%.
Age of the vines: 6-60 years, depending on the vineyard
Altitude: 100 - 300 m.
Exposure: west
Yield: 80-90 hl (2.5 kg per plant)
Farming system:
Guyot (4800 vines per hectare), Pergola Veronese (3000 vines per hectare)
Defense method: Certified organic viticulture
Load of buds: 8-10 buds per vine
Alcohol: Vol. 12%
Total acidity: 5.95%
Ph: 3.26
Serving temperature: 8-10 °C
Manual harvest in mid-September for Trebbiano di Soave and in October for Garganega grapes. Destemming and pressing of the grapes. Selection of free-run must and fermentation at controlled temperature
(16°-18°C) in vitrified concrete tanks. Maturation of the wine in vitrified concrete tanks in contact with the finest and noblest lees for a variable period of 5-9 months followed by bottling and marketing, after resting in the bottle for at least a month. Color: light straw yellow, with greenish reflections, brilliant
Perfume: fresh and delicate, with hints of vine flowers, cherry, elderberry, hints of citrine and white peach
Palate: dry, savory, pleasantly harmonious and balanced, with a good concentration of fruit and good harmony. Starters, first courses and soups, especially if based on vegetables such as asparagus, peas and courgettes, fish and egg dishes. Ideal as an aperitif with finger food and sushi.