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Join us as we review the 2023 Mucchietto Soave from—you guessed it—the Soave DOC in the Veneto region of Italy. This week, we discuss our possible impending meeting with an asteroid, learn about the Soave DOC and the Garganega grape, and wrap things up with a round of I'm Wine with That. So grab your favorite glass of wine, sit back, and join us for a fun and informative review!Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you!stopwastingyourwine.comInstagramYouTubeChapters00:00-Introduction to the Podcast04:41-Todays Wine 08:23-Wine Discussion14:19-Learning About Suave and Garganega21:59-Review22:43-Aaron's Review23:50-Joel's Review25:35-Colin's Review29:19-I'm Wine with That35:25-Outtro
Nell'estrema propaggine orientale dei Monti Lessini, tre le provincie di Vicenza e di Verona, nel cuore della Val d'Alpone, culla del Soave Classico e della Garganega, si erge una collina di origine vulcanica dalla quale prende il nome una delle aziende vitivinicole storiche dell'areale che ha fatto del suo legame profondo con queste terre il filo conduttore del suo percorso e della sua evoluzione: Ca' Rugate.
This week from Florence, Italy, we speak with Filippo Bartolotta, an Italian Wine Journalist and educator, who joins us in conversation about the rise of Italian white wines. Lisa Anselmi, 3rd Generation Family Member, Anselmi Wines, Veneto, Italy, talks about the burgeoning Soave region, the Garganega grape and her family's bold move to work outside the rules of the Soave DOC. Thomas Bachelder, Co-Owner/Winemaker of Bachelder Wines, Niagara Peninsula, discusses his lifelong love for chardonnay and pinot noir and his efforts to continue to push the Wines of Canada onto the world map. Finally, Mele Sosa, Brand Ambassador of Bodega Garzón, Uruguay, shows us how Garzón is making history, introducing Uruguayan wines to the international wine community.
Vinene i afsnittet er skænket af Quist Wine https://quistwine.dk/ Smagekasse med de tre vine findes her: https://quistwine.dk/vare/smagekasse-vin-for-begyndere/ Smagekasse med dobbelt op og 6 vine her: https://quistwine.dk/vare/smagekasse-vin-for-begyndere-2/ …………………. I dagens afsnit er René er ved at falde ned af stolen, Jonas bander og der er debut til både druen garganega og pinot nero fra Italien. Dagens afsnit tager udgangspunkt i et område; Soave Classico, som måske er en anelse ukendt for de fleste, men som laver fremragende vin på den grønne drue garganega og den blå pinot nero. Hvordan udtrykker garganega-druen sig og hvad kan man med fordel spise til vinene? Hvad er forskellen på UGA'er og MGA'er og hvad er de til for? Hvilke jordbundsforhold findes der i området og hvad betyder det for smagen i vinene? DOC eller DOCG? Det er spørgsmål… Hvordan bliver det brugt i Soave og hvordan bliver det ikke brugt? Til slut svarer vi på et lytterspørgsmål om light strike i vin. Hvordan og hvorfor opstår det og hvordan smager det? Og hvilke vine er mest udsatte for light strike? NB. Vinene i afsnittet har IKKE light strike! Kort over Soave Classico: https://media.winefolly.com/Soave-Classico-Wine-Map.jpg Vi smager på 1) Soave Classico DOC, Garganega, Gini, 2022 (BIO)https://quistwine.dk/vare/gini-soave-classico-doc-2022-bio/ 2) Contranda Salvarenza Soave Classico DOC, Garganega, Gini, 2021https://quistwine.dk/vare/gini-contranda-salvarenza-soave-classico-doc/ 3) Pinot Nero, Campo alle More, Gini, 2020 (BIO)https://quistwine.dk/vare/gini-campo-alle-more-pinot-nero-2020-bio/ ..................... Køb vores nye bog "Bobler for begyndere og øvede" i en signeret udgave her: http://vinforbegyndere.com/ Støt Vin for begyndere podcast her https://vinforbegyndere.10er.app/ Besøg os på Facebook og Instagram, hvor man kan se billeder af vinene og få tips til vin og mad sammensætning. https://www.facebook.com/vinforbegyndere https://www.instagram.com/vinforbegyndere Web: https://www.radioteket.dk/ Kontakt: radioteket@radioteket.dk Musik: Jonas Landin Lyt vores bog som lydbog her: Køb den her https://www.saxo.com/dk/vin-for-begyndere-og-oevede_lydbog_9788773397374
Venerdì 21 giugno a La Collina dei Ciliegi è stata presentata la prima annata (2021) del “Prea”, il Bianco Verona IGT, ottenuto da un blend di Garganega, Pinot Bianco e Chardonnay, che prende il nome dall'omonima parcella del vigneto di Erbin, sita tra i 570 e i 620 metri sul livello del mare. Di estrema lunghezza e mineralità, anche grazie alla fermentazione e all'affinamento in cemento e ceramica, il Prea rappresenta l'evoluzione inaspettata della Valpantena, da sempre considerata unicamente quale sottozona pregiata della DOC Valpolicella, a cui mancava un vino bianco “di terroir” importante.
Sip, share, shape our podcast!In this exciting episode of Somm Women Talk Wine, we are honored to have Chris Keel, the owner of Put A Cork In It, a favorite Fort Worth wine shop, and a Vinitaly Ambassador, as our guest. Join us as we deep dive the world of lesser-known white Italian wines, revealing the hidden gems that make Italy the "go to" location for wine enthusiasts.While Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc often steal the spotlight, Italy's diverse wine regions offer a plethora of unique white wines that deserve way more attention than they receive. Chris Keel, with his deep expertise in Italian wines, takes us through a curated selection from regions from the north in Piedmont, Alto Adige, and Venezia Giulia, south to La Marche and Campagnia.Chris kicks off our exploration with Gavi from Piedmont made with the Cortese grape, and we deep dive into the aromatic Soave from Veneto crafted from Garganega. While we don't specifically cover it, we highly recommend your wine exploration can continue into Venezia Giulia, discovering the unique characteristics of grapes that thrive in this picturesque region.Our journey continues in the northern region of Alto Adige, known for its crisp, citrusy wines. Here, wines include the vibrant flavors of Trebbiano and the fresh, light notes of local Pinot Bianco wines. We travel a bit south to explore the versatility of Vermentino from Liguria and Sardinia, and the rich, complex flavors of wines from Campania such as Greco, Fiano, and Falanghina.Moving further south to Lazio, near Rome, Chris educates on how the region's unique terroir influences its distinctive white wines including Grechetto and Trebbiano. This region is increasing its focus on natural wine, a growing movement that emphasizes organic and sustainable winemaking practices, offering wine lovers an authentic and unadulterated tasting experience.While we don't touch on them, we cannot forget the classic red wines like Chianti (Sangiovese), Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir, as well as the effervescent joy of sparkling wine. But stop in and visit Chris. He'll provide valuable tips on selecting great wines at an affordable price, making the world of Italian wines accessible to everyone.Whether you are a seasoned wine connoisseur or a curious novice, this episode is packed with recommendations to enhance your wine journey. So, pour yourself a glass of your favorite Italian white wine, sit back, and join us on Somm Women Talk Wine as we uncover the rich tapestry of Italy's lesser-known white wines. Let Chris Keel's passion and expertise guide you through this delightful exploration, and get ready to discover new favorites that will elevate your wine-tasting experience. Cheers to the vibrant world of Italian white wines!Join Put A Cork In It's Monthly Italian Wine Club today!Tune in now and read on for a deep dive into the captivating stories and flavors that make Italy's white wines truly exceptional.Thanks for joining Somm Women Talk Wine! Check out our socials for more fun filled wine exploration!Instagram:@somm_women_talk_wine@kristiwinenerd@charissehenryfw@kmayfield109All episodes are also on our website:SommWomenTalkWineCharisse and Kristi
In recent years, there has been a lot of buzz around “volcanic wines.” The term makes it sound as if these are wines that are spawned from a volcano, but in reality these are wines that many people believe have special qualities because they grow on volcanic soils. In this show, I define the types of volcanoes before discussing the ecosystems they form. I then talk about the specific regions known to have volcanic wines, but I also point out that these areas have other factors that may create similarities in the wine – proximity to oceans, old vines (unaffected by phylloxera), and high elevations and cooling breezes. These must be considered, despite the fact that many of the volcanic wine groupies say flavor is purely from the soils. Here is the list of wines/places I discuss in the show:ItalyMount Etna, Sicily: Reds (Rosso of the Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio grapes), whites (Bianco, mainly of the Carricante grape)Soave, Veneto: Whites grown on specific hillsides (Garganega, Trebbiano di Soave grapes)CampaniaVesuvius: Whites of Coda di Volpe, Caprettone, Falanghina, Greco. Rosés and reds of Piedirosso, Aglianico, Sciacinoso Irpinia: Taurasi DOCG and Aglianico del Taburno DOCG: Reds of the Aglianico grape. I mention Feudi di San Gregorio Fiano di Avellino: May or may not be affected by the volcanic soilGreco di Tufo DOCG: White of the Greco grape, the sulfur and compressed volcanic ash (tufo),and volcanic sand and clay, give the wines an acidity, minerality & flintiness that has clear volcanic influence Basilicata: Aglianico del Vulture. Reds of Aglianico Piedmont: Alto Piemonte. Red blends in Gattinara, Boca, BramaterraUmbria/Lazio: Orvieto. Whites of Grechetto, Trebbiano Toscano______________Greece: Santorini - White of Assyrtiko. Lemnos -Red of LimnioSpain: The Canary Islands/Las Canarias - Whites of Malvasîa Volcánica, Malvasîa Aromática, Listán Blanco. Reds of Listán NegroPortugal: Açores islands (the Azores). Whites: Arinto, Verdelho, Fernão Pires, Terrantez Hungary: North of Lake Balaton in Somló, whites of the Juhfark grapeTokaji – sweet and dry whites of mainly the Furmint grape US:Oregon's Willamette ValleySome parts of Napa, Lake County in California__________________________________________________________Full show notes and all back episodes are on Patreon. Become a member today!Wine Access has an amazing selection -- once you get hooked on their wines, they will be your go-to! Get 10% your first order with my special URL. To register for an AWESOME, LIVE WFNP class go to: www.winefornormalpeople.com/classes Get the back catalog on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In recent years, there has been a lot of buzz around “volcanic wines.” The term makes it sound as if these are wines that are spawned from a volcano, but in reality these are wines that many people believe have special qualities because they grow on volcanic soils. In this show, I define the types of volcanoes before discussing the ecosystems they form.Here is the list of wines/places I discuss in the show: Italy Mount Etna, Sicily: Reds (Rosso of the Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio grapes), whites (Bianco, mainly of the Carricante grape) Soave, Veneto: Whites grown on specific hillsides (Garganega, Trebbiano di Soave grapes) Photo: Mount Etna. Source: Pexels Campania Vesuvius: Whites of Coda di Volpe, Caprettone, Falanghina, Greco. Rosés and reds of Piedirosso, Aglianico, Sciacinoso Irpinia: Taurasi DOCG and Aglianico del Taburno DOCG: Reds of the Aglianico grape. I mention Feudi di San Gregorio Fiano di Avellino: May or may not be affected by the volcanic soil Greco di Tufo DOCG: White of the Greco grape, the sulfur and compressed volcanic ash (tufo),and volcanic sand and clay, give the wines an acidity, minerality & flintiness that has clear volcanic influence Basilicata: Aglianico del Vulture. Reds of Aglianico Piedmont: Alto Piemonte. Red blends in Gattinara, Boca, Bramaterra Umbria/Lazio: Orvieto. Whites of Grechetto, Trebbiano Toscano ______________ Greece: Santorini - White of Assyrtiko. Lemnos -Red of Limnio Spain: The Canary Islands/Las Canarias - Whites of Malvasîa Volcánica, Malvasîa Aromática, Listán Blanco. Reds of Listán Negro Portugal: Açores islands (the Azores). Whites: Arinto, Verdelho, Fernão Pires, Terrantez Hungary: North of Lake Balaton in Somló, whites of the Juhfark grape Tokaji – sweet and dry whites of mainly the Furmint grape US: Oregon's Willamette Valley Some parts of Napa, Lake County in California __________________________________________________________ Full show notes and all back episodes are on Patreon. Become a member today! www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople _______________________________________________________________ Check out my exclusive sponsor, Wine Access. They have an amazing selection -- once you get hooked on their wines, they will be your go-to! Make sure you join the Wine Access-Wine For Normal People wine club for wines I select delivered to you four times a year! To register for an AWESOME, LIVE WFNP class with Elizabeth or get a class gift certificate for the wine lover in your life go to: www.winefornormalpeople.com/classes
To download the transcript CLICK HERE Today we have Part 2 of our conversation with the wine communicator, Luma Monteiro. After our exciting exploration of Brazilian wines last week, today's focus is on the iconic Valpolicella, Amarone, and Soave wines from northeastern Italy. Dive into the differences between Valpolicella, Valpolicella Ripasso, and Amarone della Valpolicella, all crafted from the Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grape varieties. Uncover the history and discovery of Recioto and Amarone, both born from the Appassimento method, and appreciate the elegance of Soave- a white wine made from the Garganega grape. This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order. If you want to skip ahead: 01.47: Visiting the Veneto Region in Italy 02.46: The Emerging Talent Wine Communicator award 05.07: Trying all the wines In Verona 06.08: Veneto red wines and the Corvina grape 09.42: Chiaretto: Rosé wine from Bardolino 11.08: The Bardolino wine region 13.14: The Valpolicella wine region 16.12: Amarone Wine 21.32: Valpolicella Ripasso 23.37: Palazzo della Torre from Allegrini 25.01: The Garganega grape and Soave Wines 29.54: Producers of Soave wine Any thoughts or questions, do email me: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat If you fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk Until next time, Cheers to you! ------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------- THE EAT SLEEP WINE REPEAT PODCAST HAS BEEN FEATURED IN DECANTER MAGAZINE, RADIO TIMES AND FEED SPOT AS THE 6TH BEST UK WINE MAKING PODCAST
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La DOC Colli Berici si appresta a festeggiare i suoi primi 50 anni. L'occasione per farlo sarà Gustus – Vini e Sapori di Vicenza, la manifestazione dedicata alla scoperta dei vini di tre DOC vicentine – oltre ai Colli Berici, Vicenza e Gambellara – in programma sabato 7 e domenica 8 ottobre 2023. La tredicesima edizione dell'evento si svolgerà al Conservatorio di Musica “Arrigo Pedrollo” di Vicenza, a conferma del successo degli scorsi anni. I suggestivi spazi del chiostro e delle sale affrescate ospiteranno i banchi d'assaggio di oltre 25 aziende locali, con una selezione di più di 100 etichette.Durante le due giornate, i produttori avranno il piacere di condividere le storie dei loro vini e della loro realtà vitivinicola ai banchi di degustazione, aperti al pubblico dalle 17.00 alle 22.00 di sabato e dalle 17.00 alle 21.00 di domenica, offrendo agli appassionati l'opportunità di scoprire vitigni e vini autoctoni come Tai Rosso e Garganega, i bianchi Pinot Grigio e Sauvignon, e i grandi rossi a base di Cabernet, Merlot e Carménère. La collaborazione con il prestigioso Conservatorio di Musica “Arrigo Pedrollo” di Vicenza renderà unica l'esperienza di assaggio grazie all'accompagnamento musicale eseguito dagli studenti dell'istituto.
Vi fortsætter ufortrødent vores Giro d'Italia - og bliver på den hvide side lidt endnu - og denne gang kommer vi lidt længere rundt i støvlelandet og besøger således både forlåret (aka Toscana), baglåret (også kendt som Marche) og ... skal vi sige overlåret (eller Veneto, som det kaldes i folkemunde) - på vores tour de force i de mere eller mindre obskure, italienske druesorter. Wow, der er smæk for skillingen her! Både på kvalitet, koncentration og personlighed; fra en begyndervenlig terrassebasker over en fadbombe af dimensioner til en sprød, urtet og til tider leverpostejsduftende sag - på den virkelig gode måde. Lyt med når vi kaster os over nogle af Italiens vistnok ældste grønne druesorter og bliv klogere på Vernaccia, Verdicchio og Garganega.
Christi and Alex are raising a glass to a family with over 120 years of wine making history! What have they got in thier glass? The best way to find out is to Pop in the Earbuds, Fill your own Glass, and join them as they Drink Something AMAZING! Winemaker NotesTheir liveliest and most youthful style from Soave Classico, the Pieropan family has been producing this wine since the early 1900's.Generous, pleasingly fresh and versatile, it is made from the traditional varieties of Garganega and Trebbiano di Soave grown in family-owned vineyards situated in the Soave Classico zone.Pieropan WineryEnclosed by the original town walls and dominated by its medieval fortress, Soave has a peaceful, timeless quality about it. In the heart of the old town is the winery of Leonildo and Teresita Pieropan, which goes back to 1860. Today, the estate's 74 acres under vine include three single vineyards, all within the historical backbone of the Soave appellation (Soave Classico): Calvarino, La Rocca and Le Colombare. The terrain yields small crops of highly concentrated Garganega and Trebbiano grapes. The range is crafted by Leonildo himself, whose wine-making genius, constant research and innovative methods have carved a unique niche for these exceptional, extract-full and long-living whites that go far, far beyond their own appellation.Pieropan Soave Classico 2020Soave DOC, Italy85% Garganega, 15% Trebianno di Soave12% abv$18.99 average priceBuy This Wine! #wine, #whitewine, #Somm, #sommelier, #wineeducation, #winetasting, #winepodcast, #spokanesomm, #drinksomethingamazing, #italy, #italianwine, #italianwines, #soave, #soaveclassico, #soavedoc, #pieropan, #pieropansoave, #italianwinetasting, #ilovewine, #Garganega, #trebbianodisoaveSupport the showLike the Show? Every Coffee Helps!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/DrinkSomething
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This week's show is about one of the most famous white wines in Italy, the region's/wine's 1000 year history, and its recent comeback in quality and stature. The region? Soave (SWAH-vay) in Veneto, Italy. Map: Consorzio Tutela Vini Soave Located just east of the famed city of Verona (Romeo and Juliet, anyone?), in the foothills of the Lessini Mountains, Soave is a tiny region that packs a punch in reputation and in flavor. Made from one of the oldest known grapes in Italy, the Garganega grape, Soave's cheek coating, almond-flavored, floral, and sometimes waterfall-like notes creates a food friendly, crowd pleasing wine. Although often maligned by the wine trade, who is woefully behind on this trend, Soave is one for us, normal wine lovers. Surely there is garbage to be had when the grapes are grown on the flats of the region, but on the ancient, steep, volcanic hillsides, worked meticulously by hand, the grapes farmed for these wines create outstanding examples of Italian white at its best. If you haven't had it, go and get an example from the producers we recommend (Gini, Inama, Pra, Pieropan, Suavia – you won't be sorry!) Here are the show notes... Soave is located east of Verona, at 45.45° N latitude It is a small region, with just 6,500 hectares (16,062 acres) planted, but those plantings give a lot of bang for the buck – recent figures show the region makes about 4.4 MM cases Location, climate, land: The DOC is on a border between flat plains of the Po River Valley in the south and Alpine foothills in the north. Its main towns – Soave and Monteforte d'Alpone lie on the flats – but between them and north there is a large volcanic outcropping that rises up in steep slopes Climate: Because of its proximity to the river, the region is influenced by the mists of the Po Valleyduring harvest, which can produce conditions for mold and disease. The tough Garganega grape can resist disease, but it is still a threat to the vineyards. It can be hot on valley floors in the summer and quite cold in the spring and fall, so slopes are preferred for viticulture. Land: Soave is a series of hills and valleys formed by volcanic activity and the recession of a small sea, along with plate movement. Soils are a mixture but in general: WEST and CENTER AREAs: Calcareous, limestone soils Central-Eastern Areas: Volcanic/basalt based soils Soave's rolling hills. Photo: Consorzio Tutela Vini Soave Grape varieties: Garganega is one of oldest white grapes in Italy and represents 88% of plantings. It has grown in the hills of Soave for at least 1,000 years and is one of Italy's oldest varieties. Garganega can crop to high yields, with large bunches so when growers preferred quantity over quality in the 1960s and 1970s, the vine produced. But like all grapes, when overcropped and grown on fertile valleys, Gargenega has no flavor! Characteristics of Garganega: Flavors change based on soil type and winemaking. They range from steely, waterfall-like to peachy with white flowers, citrusy, and like apples. Good Garganega has acidity but a cheek-coating quality and a slightly bitter-almond finish. They are sometimes aged on the lees but not often oak aged, as it kills the freshness/acidity in the wine. The better Soaves are mostly 100% Garganega, but by law, the wine must have 70% Garganega with up to 30% of Trebbiano di Soave (Verdicchio, not crappy Trebbiano)) or, Chardonnay (traditionalists don't approve) with other non-aromatic, local grapes permitted in up to 5% of the blend. The Garganega Grape.. Photo from Consorzio Tutela Vini Soave Trebbiano di Soave. An exception to some of the low quality Trebbiani, this is the same grape Verdicchio (often from Le Marche). It's a low yielding variety, ripens earlier than Garganega, and it's acidic, floral, and light. It used to be in more frequent use but its sensitivity to mold and rot, it has slowly been replaced by the more vigorous Garganega. We go through the history, and over the theories of how Soave got its name: The name is from the writings of Dante Alighieri, devised during his exile in Verona. The name is from a Nordic tribe (Svevi) that once inhabited the area. Or it could be from a Germanic tribe –the Lombards who set up the city of Soave in the 500s Soave DOCs and their terroir… The Soave DOC and its two subzones (Soave Classico DOC and Soave Colli Scaligeri DOC) make 99.5% of the wine (the rest is sweet Recioto di Soave DOCG and Soave Superiore DOCG). Most of the wine is dry, still, white wine. A small amount of sparkling is made. There are 33 "Unità Geografica Aggiuntiva” or Additional Geographical Units, similar to the MGA of Barolo and Barbaresco -- single vineyard sites. Map: https://www.amaronetours.it/wines/soave There are various terroir in Soave, as we discuss earlier in the podcast: The Hills Soave Classico and Soave Colli Scaligeri (KOH-lee ska-LEE-jah-ree) are in the mountains, as just described. The Colli Scaligeri form a horseshoe around Soave Classico and these are higher elevation areas mainly on limestone but with some basalt. The two areas are the high quality, traditional growing regions of Soave. Volcanic hillsides are in the central to eastern area of Lessini mountains (near Monteforte d'Alpone). These slopes go up to 500 M /328 feet, but slope can go from 10% to 80% grade! These wines can sometimes show a cinnamon note from the benzonoids in the wine. Limestone hillsides in the west (near Soave) have shallow, rocky subsoils. These wines are more variable since the calcareous content varies depending on the place on the hill. Tropical fruit, floral, apple, and citrus flavors are common. The Plains The Soave DOC includes the flat floor of the three valleys, where the soils are deeper, rich in clay, and the climate is very hot in summer, and frosty in the “shoulder seasons” of spring (during budbreak) and fall (during harvest). This valley area includes all the expanded are discussed in the history review, and it is the reason why people have a bad idea about Soave, despite the fact that it is so historic and delicious when made in the right regions. Volcanic Plains are mainly in the Monteforte Valley, one of the most fertile areas of Soave. These plains are high in clay and volcanic sediment deposited from the hills above. These are simple wines. (Volcanic Park I mentioned is here) The limestone plain contains alluvial valley soils deposited from intense rain along Alpone valley and the foothills around Verona. These are rocky, sandy soils and the wines can be floral, simple, and often overcropped. Soave Soil Map: https://www.amaronetours.it/wines/soave The two DOCGs: Recioto di Soave, Soave Superiore These wines are often from the subzones but they are not required to be. They have their own zone of production that overlaps most of the Soave DOC. They must not contain more than 5% Chardonnay and must be at least 70% Garganega and up to 30% Trebbiano di Soave. Recioto di Soave DOCG can be still or sparkling wine. It is made from grapes dried on straw mats outside or in a controlled environment. They must be an minimum of 14% ABV and are an intense golden color, with apricot, floral, and vanilla notes. Soave Superiore DOCG, began with the 2002 vintage. These wines must have lower yields, more alcohol, and undergo longer ageing (they are not released until April versus February for the others). These wines have a darker color, richer flavors, stronger floral notes, and are weightier. The issue: they aren't representative of the style of Soave, so a lot producers aren't using the DOCG. It's possible this will be the first DOCG that is rescinded – but stay tuned! Soave's hillside vineyards.. Photo from Consorzio Tutela Vini Soave Food Pairings: Soave is lovely with food because it has acidity and delicate aromas. Perfect pairings are simple risottos with parmesan cheese, seafood and vegetable pastas, and grilled white fish and seafood or chicken in herbal or citrus preparations. Go out and get some Soave – it is AWESOME!! _______________________________________________________________ Thanks to our sponsors this week: Wine Spies uncovers incredible wines at unreal prices - on every type of wine in a variety of price points. It's not a club and there's no obligation to buy. Sign up for their daily email and buy what you want, when you want it. They have a build-a-case option, so you can mix and match wines while enjoying free shipping on every purchase. Visit www.winespies.com/normal you'll get $20 credit to use on your first order! Check them out today! If you think our podcast is worth the price of a bottle or two of wine a year, please become a member of Patreon... you'll get even more great content, live interactions and classes! www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople To register for an AWESOME, LIVE WFNP class with Elizabeth go to: www.winefornormalpeople.com/classes _______________________________________________________________ Sources: Most of the information for this show comes from Consorzio Tutela Vini Soave, 'Soave at the Crossroads' from Meininger's Wine Business Int'l Italian Wine Central -- Soave
Soave carries a history that reflects every century of the common era! The last 20 years are a story of restoration and rejuvenation. Take 10-minutes to find out why you should buy and sell some of these delicious wines.Explore through:Suavia WinesSoave ConsorzioVocabulary to note:Veneto, Venice, Virgilio, Svetonius, Caesar Augustus, King Theodoric I, Garganega, Trebbiano di Soave, Trebbiano di Lugana, Turbiana, Verdicchio, Classico, Colli Scaligeri, Superiore, Recioto, Appassimento, Additional Geographic Units (AGU), Basalt
Welcome to Episode 1014 Marc Millon interviews Erika Marchesini of the Marcello Marchesini Winery 1970 in this episode of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon on the Italian Wine Podcast. More about today's winery: All of the Marchesini Winery's vines are autochthonous and are situated in the south-east of Lake Garda, specifically in the Bardolino Classic wine area which is the heart of the where the local Veronese wine is produced. They currently produce 900 kgs of grapes from 10 hectares of land that is divided into 4 different vineyards. The especially mild weather conditions on Lake Garda, even during the winter months, help make this area one of the best for the production of wine. Another important factor is that of the Garda hills, the hills that were formed by the residues of the glaciers that descended into the valley. The land is characterised by a mineral soil, and it is on this warm, dry land rich in sand stones and gravel that their wines were created. They use different grapes in order to make our Bardolino wine: Corvina that gives body and structure, Corvinone, an older variety of Corvina to be precise that allows you to re-live the Bardolino flavours of the past .There are also the Rondinella and Molinara grapes, which give both lightness and flavour. They also grow Chardonnay, Garganega and Merlot grapes, which they use to produce their white wine Santi, San Fermo IGP and EriGiò their sweet straw wine. To learn more visit: https://www.marcellomarchesini.it/en/cosa-facciamo/ More about the host Marc Millon: Marc Millon, VIA Italian Wine Ambassador 2021, has been travelling, eating, drinking, learning and writing about wine, food and travel for nearly 40 years. Born in Mexico, with a mother from Hawaii via Korea and an anthropologist father from New York via Paris, he was weaned on exotic and delicious foods. Marc and his photographer wife Kim are the authors of 14 books including a pioneering series of illustrated wine-food-travel books: The Wine Roads of Europe, The Wine Roads of France, The Wine Roads of Italy (Premio Barbi Colombini), and The Wine Roads of Spain. Other titles include The Wine and Food of Europe, The Food Lovers' Companion Italy, The Food Lovers' Companion France, Wine, a global history. Marc regularly lectures and hosts gastronomic cultural tours to Italy and France with Martin Randall Travel, the UK's leading cultural travel specialist. He is soon to begin a regular series on Italian Wine Podcast, ‘Wine, food and travel with Marc Millon'. When not on the road Marc lives on the River Exe in Devon, England To learn more visit: quaypress.uk/ marcmillon.co.uk vino.co.uk quaypress.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marc-millon-50868624 Twitter: @Marc_Millon Let's keep in touch! Follow us on our social media channels: Instagram @italianwinepodcast Facebook @ItalianWinePodcast Twitter @itawinepodcast Tiktok @MammaJumboShrimp LinkedIn @ItalianWinePodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin!
Wines: 2021 Lepiga Soave and 2019 Aurélien Chatagnier CondrieuLast week we shared some alternatives to Sauvignon Blanc. Continuing the theme this week, we are tastings varietals suggested for Chardonnay lovers looking to try a different grape.We selected each of these because they are 100% of the grape varietal suggested as excellent alternatives to wine made from the Chardonnay grape. The Lepiga Soave is 100% Garganega and the Aurélien Chatagnier Condrieu is 100% Viognier.You may wonder why the label doesn't say that right on the front? We talk about that, the growing areas of these wines and more as we taste and rate these two wines - check it out!About UsBuy us a Mimosa!Wines To Find Podcast, Finalist in the 12th Annual TASTE AWARDS in four categories. -Best Drink or Beverage Program-Best New Series-Best Single Topic Series-Best Food or Drink PodcastWe have been listed in the Top 50 wine podcasts! https://blog.feedspot.com/wine_podcasts/==============Music from https://filmmusic.io "Night In Venice" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
A conversation with Alessio Inama from The Inama Winery in the Veneto region in North Eastern Italy. Listen to Alessio talking about the Soave Classico, a fantastic wine made from Garganega grapes that portray its Volcanic terroir beautifully. The wine's journey from mediocracy in the 80's to starring in wine lists in some of the world's best restaurants is another subject of discussion. We hear him talk about the reds, all coming from a hilly region called Colli Berici, further east from Soave, where the grow Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenere, probably the family's most celebrated red grape. I hope you enjoy the exploration. Please share this episode and use #inthevineyardwith
This week, we hear from Shawna Thompson, Director of the Okanagan Falls/ Skaha Lake Wineries Association. She has many reasons to head to "the heart" of the Okanagan valley for wine and food; Craig McCulloch, CEO of Mt Boucherie Estate Winery in West Kelowna, says his team is looking forward to really showing off their new winery, restaurant and stylish suites this year; Lisa Anselmi, third generation family member of Anselmi Winery, offers insights on the Soave region, the Garganega grape and offers some delicious wine and food pairings; Nick Atkins, Executive Chef for the Watermark Beach Hotel in Osoyoos, gives us an update on their successful take out program, when we can move out to their patio and how they can keep some food supply local, even in the winter.
"Life is too short to drink bad wine" - Joshua Benjamin, International Sommelier. This week we have a special guest who will elevate us from professional wine drinkers to wine professionals!....well just for tonight
California Wine Country today has Tom Simoneau in the studio with Steve Jaxon and Dan Berger, to present his favorite wines of 2020. At the end of this episode they speak with Joy Sterling, from Iron Horse Winery, which is Tom Simoneau's 2020 Winery of the Year. Here are the wines presented by Tom and Steve. Today's page was written by Tom Simoneau. He can be reached at tom@simoneauvineyards.com. Best Whites Sparkling Wine: Iron Horse Vineyards 2016 Ocean Reserve Blanc de Blancs, Green Valley, $55. This sparkling wine is a limited edition bottling. Iron Horse gives $4 a bottle to National Geographic's Ocean Initiative. Crisp, delicate, nice and dry. This 100% Chardonnay Sparkler is just that “sparkling” bubbles with a cause. ironhorsevineyards.com Chardonnay: Clos Pegase 2018 Carneros Napa Valley, Mitsuko's Vineyard, Estate Grown, $30. From this iconic Napa Valley winery, this wine with its classic cool region Chardonnay flavors of peach, apple, and pear shows how this varietal grown in the right place can produce an almost perfect wine. The vineyard, 365 acres in size, takes its name from founder Jan Shrem's late wife. clospegase.com Sauvignon Blanc: J. Lohr Estates 2019 Flume Crossing, Arroyo Seco, Monterey, $14. The blend is entirely from the Sauvignon Musque Clone picked over a month's time at different ripeness levels. Early picks give bright acidity and key lime flavors while more ripeness gives grapefruit and passion fruit. And the final pick achieves mango and fig notes, complex and delicious. Another terrific release from J. Lohr, one of California's finest. jlohr.com Off Dry White: Dry Creek Vineyard 2019 Dry Chenin Blanc, Clarksburg, $16. Congratulations to founder Dave Stare and his family for continuing to produce Chenin Blanc while other wineries gave it the Sideways treatment (ie. - Anything but Merlot.) This slightly sweet wine is perfect as a summer sipper showing bright mouth feel, all orange blossom and candied lemon. drycreekvineyard.com Alternative White: Priest Ranch Wines 2018 Grenache Blanc, Napa Valley, Estate Grown, $22. Not familiar with Grenache Blanc? It's an aromatic white wine. Think biting into a ripe white peach and as the juice runs down your chin, lick it all up. The taste is bracing, yet balanced. It's intoxicating! The Priest Ranch is now part of the 1,615 acre Somerston Estate of which 215 acres is planted to grapes. Also available in 375ml cans – 6 packs $60. priestranchwines.com Best Value White: Inman 2019 Vin Soave, DOC Classico, $16. This product of Italy's Veneto region is 100% Garganega. How many new friends have you made this year? Well, I say this Vin Soave could be your new best friend. The flavors are a cross between Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc with a hint of Viognier, a crowd pleaser. dallaterra.com ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Most Fun Wine: Prosecco by Korbel, D.O.C. Sparkling Wine Product of Italy, 187 ml bottles, $5.25. Korbel, always a trend setter, now has a full line of mini-bottles. Pop the top (unscrew), insert a straw, and you're good to go. Prosecco is a screaming category of sparkling wine accounting for $1 in every $5 spent. Prosecco facts: made in the Charmat process, tank fermented from the Glera grape grown in the Veneto in North Eastern Italy. korbel.com Rosé: Inman Family 2019 Endless Crush, Rosé of Pinot Noir, OGV (Olivet Grange Vineyard), Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, $38. The word delicate defines this wine. From its delicate pink color to its delicate pink kiss on your palate. All watermelon and wild strawberry… delicate and delicious. Kathleen Inman is a master winemaker who happens to be a woman. inmanfamilywines.com Sweet Wine: Tenuta di Capezzana Vin Santo di Carmignano, D.O.C. Riserva, 375 ml bottle, $70. Among the oldest wine estates in Tuscany, Capezzana has been producing wine since 804 A.D. This Carmignano is made from mainly Trebbiano.
California Wine Country today has Tom Simoneau in the studio with Steve Jaxon and Dan Berger, to present his favorite wines of 2020. At the end of this episode they speak with Joy Sterling, from Iron Horse Winery, which is Tom Simoneau's 2020 Winery of the Year. Here are the wines presented by Tom and Steve. Today's page was written by Tom Simoneau. He can be reached at tom@simoneauvineyards.com. Best Whites Sparkling Wine: Iron Horse Vineyards 2016 Ocean Reserve Blanc de Blancs, Green Valley, $55. This sparkling wine is a limited edition bottling. Iron Horse gives $4 a bottle to National Geographic’s Ocean Initiative. Crisp, delicate, nice and dry. This 100% Chardonnay Sparkler is just that “sparkling” bubbles with a cause. ironhorsevineyards.com Chardonnay: Clos Pegase 2018 Carneros Napa Valley, Mitsuko’s Vineyard, Estate Grown, $30. From this iconic Napa Valley winery, this wine with its classic cool region Chardonnay flavors of peach, apple, and pear shows how this varietal grown in the right place can produce an almost perfect wine. The vineyard, 365 acres in size, takes its name from founder Jan Shrem’s late wife. clospegase.com Sauvignon Blanc: J. Lohr Estates 2019 Flume Crossing, Arroyo Seco, Monterey, $14. The blend is entirely from the Sauvignon Musque Clone picked over a month’s time at different ripeness levels. Early picks give bright acidity and key lime flavors while more ripeness gives grapefruit and passion fruit. And the final pick achieves mango and fig notes, complex and delicious. Another terrific release from J. Lohr, one of California’s finest. jlohr.com Off Dry White: Dry Creek Vineyard 2019 Dry Chenin Blanc, Clarksburg, $16. Congratulations to founder Dave Stare and his family for continuing to produce Chenin Blanc while other wineries gave it the Sideways treatment (ie. - Anything but Merlot.) This slightly sweet wine is perfect as a summer sipper showing bright mouth feel, all orange blossom and candied lemon. drycreekvineyard.com Alternative White: Priest Ranch Wines 2018 Grenache Blanc, Napa Valley, Estate Grown, $22. Not familiar with Grenache Blanc? It’s an aromatic white wine. Think biting into a ripe white peach and as the juice runs down your chin, lick it all up. The taste is bracing, yet balanced. It’s intoxicating! The Priest Ranch is now part of the 1,615 acre Somerston Estate of which 215 acres is planted to grapes. Also available in 375ml cans – 6 packs $60. priestranchwines.com Best Value White: Inman 2019 Vin Soave, DOC Classico, $16. This product of Italy’s Veneto region is 100% Garganega. How many new friends have you made this year? Well, I say this Vin Soave could be your new best friend. The flavors are a cross between Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc with a hint of Viognier, a crowd pleaser. dallaterra.com ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Most Fun Wine: Prosecco by Korbel, D.O.C. Sparkling Wine Product of Italy, 187 ml bottles, $5.25. Korbel, always a trend setter, now has a full line of mini-bottles. Pop the top (unscrew), insert a straw, and you’re good to go. Prosecco is a screaming category of sparkling wine accounting for $1 in every $5 spent. Prosecco facts: made in the Charmat process, tank fermented from the Glera grape grown in the Veneto in North Eastern Italy. korbel.com Rosé: Inman Family 2019 Endless Crush, Rosé of Pinot Noir, OGV (Olivet Grange Vineyard), Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, $38. The word delicate defines this wine. From its delicate pink color to its delicate pink kiss on your palate. All watermelon and wild strawberry… delicate and delicious. Kathleen Inman is a master winemaker who happens to be a woman. inmanfamilywines.com Sweet Wine: Tenuta di Capezzana Vin Santo di Carmignano, D.O.C. Riserva, 375 ml bottle, $70. Among the oldest wine estates in Tuscany, Capezzana has been producing wine since 804 A.D. This Carmignano is made from mainly Trebbiano.
Italian Wine Podcast Episode 427: "Sangiovese, Lambrusco and Other Vine Stories" (La Stirpe del Vino) continues with Narrator Joy Livingston. Garganega may be less well-known than Sangioves, though it has an even more ancient history. Hear straight from Attilio Scienza and Serena Imazio how Garganega is related to disparate grape varieties grown in territories very distant from one another. This is the English language version of the original Italian book, "La Stirpe del Vino," written by Attilio Scienza and Serena Imazio. Get to know the vines that produce the grapes used to make the wine you love, like you've never seen them before. "Sangiovese, Lambrusco and Other Vine Stories" is available from Amazon (Kindle format) and positivepress.net (paperback).
祝大家中秋節快樂！ 大家平常都在哪裡挑選酒款呢？ 平時最愛揪大家喝酒的Peter跟采青 下班後也喜歡在線上逛各種酒款 研究有哪些好酒可以跟好友分享(當然要的) 工商時間，讓我們來推薦兩款不錯的紅酒跟白酒
The Veneto! Totally misunderstood, the home of prosecco and Valpolicella, sometimes referred to as a wine factory, but there are GEMS within! Understand this area of Italy and then we shed some light on the dopeness that is emerging. Wines we love from the Veneto: 2017 Davide Spillare, Crestan, Veneto, Garganega 2018 I Castagnucoli, Rosso no. 1, Veneto, Merlot/Rebosso Produced by Dear Media.
While most people think of red wine when they think of Italy, in this episode Emma tells you all about the lesser-known and highly underrated white wines of Italy, while Winston shares his knowledge of Italian and European History. Listen to hear what Garganega, Cortese, and Friulano are, and which Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle would drink which wine. Featuring: Tina Fey, Lady Gaga, Metallica, Orange Wines, Dante, Frasier, Machiavelli, and the wines of truth. Find Us Online: If you enjoy Pairing, follow us on social media and tell your friends! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, & Tumblr @PairingPodcast. Also check out our website, www.thepairingpodcast.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts, as that's one of the best ways to get more people listening in! Support Us: Become a Pairing Patron on Patreon to get access to exclusive content, personalized pairings, bonus episodes, and more! And do't forget to check out our Merch store! About Pairing: Pairing was created, hosted, and produced by Emma Sherr-Ziarko, with music and audio recording by Winston Shaw, and artwork by Darcy Zimmerman and Katie Huey. This episode was edited by Emma Sherr-Ziarko.
Ospite d'eccezione per questa nuova puntata di GMSS: The one and only Andrea Fiorini, Instancabile creativo del vino e mente & cuore dietro al progetto GARGANUDA.Andrea ci raccontera' di come si e' avvicinato al mondo del Vino Naturale e di come le sue esperienze siano culminate in un progetto vitivinicolo che si vuole "riappropriare" di uno dei grandi terroir veneti, il SOAVE
Orange wine aka skin contact/ extended skin contact white wine is definitely gaining popularity, but what is it and how is it made? This episode of Wine Face is a quick run down on the history, practices, vibes & current obsessions for all things orange wines. Current Obsessions: 2017 Viteadovest, Vurgo Terre Bianco, Sicily 2017 Alessandro Viola, Note di Bianco, Sicilia, Grillo 2013 Davide Spillare, Rugoli, Veneto, Garganega
La nostra realtà nasce quasi 150 anni fa con Bartolomeo Zeni e procede di padre in figlio fino ad oggi dove noi rappresentiamo la quinta generazione. La grande passione per il nostro territorio si ritrova nella selezione di nostri vini. Coltiviamo infatti tutte le uve indigene delle 5 DOC della Provincia di Verona e le vinifichiamo nelle due cantine, in Bardolino e in Valpolicella.I nostri vini sono apprezzati in 35 paesi nel mondo ed ancora, di anno in anno, aumentano le richieste di vendita, anche in stati molto lontani. Questa è una grandissima soddisfazione che ci invoglia ogni giorno a fare sempre meglio, nel pieno rispetto della nostra meravigliosa terra.
La nostra realtà nasce quasi 150 anni fa con Bartolomeo Zeni e procede di padre in figlio fino ad oggi dove noi rappresentiamo la quinta generazione. La grande passione per il nostro territorio si ritrova nella selezione di nostri vini. Coltiviamo infatti tutte le uve indigene delle 5 DOC della Provincia di Verona e le vinifichiamo nelle due cantine, in Bardolino e in Valpolicella.I nostri vini sono apprezzati in 35 paesi nel mondo ed ancora, di anno in anno, aumentano le richieste di vendita, anche in stati molto lontani. Questa è una grandissima soddisfazione che ci invoglia ogni giorno a fare sempre meglio, nel pieno rispetto della nostra meravigliosa terra.
Da diverse generazioni la famiglia Tessari è dedita alla viticoltura nelle terre del Soave: zona antica e vocata alla produzione di vini bianchi italiani.I vigneti di proprietà della famiglia fin dal 1887 si trovano al centro della zona Classica della denominazione Soave.Si tratta di una ristretta area geografica dalle singolari ed importanti caratteristiche pedologiche, climatiche e morfologiche che ha come punto di riferimento l’abitato di Fittà. Proprio in località Fittà, nel comune di Soave, ad un’altitudine di 296 metri ha sede anche l’azienda Suavia.
Da diverse generazioni la famiglia Tessari è dedita alla viticoltura nelle terre del Soave: zona antica e vocata alla produzione di vini bianchi italiani.I vigneti di proprietà della famiglia fin dal 1887 si trovano al centro della zona Classica della denominazione Soave.Si tratta di una ristretta area geografica dalle singolari ed importanti caratteristiche pedologiche, climatiche e morfologiche che ha come punto di riferimento l’abitato di Fittà. Proprio in località Fittà, nel comune di Soave, ad un’altitudine di 296 metri ha sede anche l’azienda Suavia.
Se in ogni grande vino è racchiusa una storia, quella dei vini Coffele narra prima di tutto di un incontro, quello tra Giovanna Visco e Giuseppe Coffele. Quando l’ultima erede della Famiglia Visco, storica azienda vitivinicola di Soave, sposa Giuseppe porta con sé in dote circa 25 ettari di vigneti localizzati a Castelcerino: uno dei cru più vocati della zona del Soave Classico. Nel 1971, la svolta. Dopo molti anni spesi a ripristinare i vigneti, Giuseppe e Giovanna iniziano a vinificare fondando l’Azienda Agricola Coffele e assecondando così una passione cresciuta negli anni: per la terra, per la vite e per la ricerca di un’eccellenza che affonda le proprie radici nella tradizione vitivinicola della Famiglia Visco, produttrice di “Bianco Soave” con uve proprie già a metà dell’Ottocento, come testimoniano le analisi chimiche pubblicate nella Gazzetta Chimica di Asti del 1874. Questa storia giunge fino ad oggi: l’Azienda Agricola Coffele, nata dalla tenacia di Giuseppe e Giovanna, si è arricchita della presenza di Alberto e Chiara Coffele, rispettivamente enotecnico e responsabile commerciale.
Se in ogni grande vino è racchiusa una storia, quella dei vini Coffele narra prima di tutto di un incontro, quello tra Giovanna Visco e Giuseppe Coffele. Quando l’ultima erede della Famiglia Visco, storica azienda vitivinicola di Soave, sposa Giuseppe porta con sé in dote circa 25 ettari di vigneti localizzati a Castelcerino: uno dei cru più vocati della zona del Soave Classico. Nel 1971, la svolta. Dopo molti anni spesi a ripristinare i vigneti, Giuseppe e Giovanna iniziano a vinificare fondando l’Azienda Agricola Coffele e assecondando così una passione cresciuta negli anni: per la terra, per la vite e per la ricerca di un’eccellenza che affonda le proprie radici nella tradizione vitivinicola della Famiglia Visco, produttrice di “Bianco Soave” con uve proprie già a metà dell’Ottocento, come testimoniano le analisi chimiche pubblicate nella Gazzetta Chimica di Asti del 1874. Questa storia giunge fino ad oggi: l’Azienda Agricola Coffele, nata dalla tenacia di Giuseppe e Giovanna, si è arricchita della presenza di Alberto e Chiara Coffele, rispettivamente enotecnico e responsabile commerciale.
Nok en gang har vi snurret på vårt lykkehjul, og skjebnen bestemte at denne episoden skulle handle om den grønne druen Garganega. Aldri hørt om den? Men hvitvinen Soave har du nok hørt om. Og Garganega er altså dronningen av Soave. Anne og Anders forklarer hvordan vinen smaker, og hvilke ulike stiler som finnes. Vi tar også et lite oppgjør med italienske vinbønders evne til å ta denne druen på alvor. Selv om vi kommer til å bruke lykkehjulet vårt både titt og ofte, håper vi at dere fortsetter å sende inn spørsmål til oss. Dere er så flinke, inspirerende og nysgjerrige! Send en e-post til podcast@vinmonopolet.no hvis du har innspill, spørsmål eller ønsker om tema i podcasten. Vinmonopolets eksperter Trond Erling Pettersen, Anders Roås Stueland og Anne Enggrav gir deg råd og tips om mat og drikke, øl og vin - og mye mer. Takk til alle som abonnerer og kommenterer på Vinmonopolets podcast! Gi oss noen stjerner i iTunes hvis du liker det du hører, og skriv gjerne hva du liker med podcasten.
In this episode Monty Waldin meets Valeria Quagiotto, Export Manager at Cantine VITEVIS in Veneto. Valeria tells Monty how Cantine VITEVIS was born in 2015 and how it brought together three wineries of the Vicenza province. Valeria and Monty talk about the presence of French grape varieties in the area. They also discuss indigenous varieties such as Garganega and the uniqueness of some of the vineyard soils such as Gambellara’s basaltic soil. -- [This podcast has been recorded during “Vi.Vite – Vino di Vite Cooperative” an event organized by the Alleanza delle Cooperative Italiane (Alliance of Italian Coops). This episode has been brought to you by Vinitaly 2018, taking place in Verona from April 15th to 18th. Vinitaly is the wine exhibition that helps you discover and get to know Italian wine and features over 4.200 wineries.]
In episode 66 Monty Waldin meets Wolfgang Raifer, who is the Vice Director for Cantina di Soave, one of the biggest coops in Italy and also one of the oldest denominations. Wolfgang, who is also an oenologist by training, talks about the difference of the Garganega grape that grows on different kinds of soils and about the human factor in supporting growers of the coop. Monty and Wolfgang further discuss the pergola system, the typical flavors in Soave wines, sustainability and some of Cantina di Soave’s top brands. -- [This podcast has been recorded during “Vi.Vite – Vino di Vite Cooperative” an event organized by the Alleanza delle Cooperative Italiane (Alliance of Italian Coops). This episode has been brought to you by Vinitaly 2018, taking place in Verona from April 15th to 18th. Vinitaly is the wine exhibition that helps you discover and get to know Italian wine and features over 4.200 wineries.]
Vintner Susan Sokol-Blosser recollects how she and then-husband Bill drove cross-country in a camper to Oregon in the 1970s to plant vines and make wine (with no experience). Today, Sokol-Blosser is an esteemed organic winery known for world-class Pinot Noir. Her memoir is The Vineyard Years. Matilde Poggi, owner of Le Fraghe in Bardolino near Lake Garda, discusses her Chiaretto, Garganega and Bardolino wines and role as President of the Federation of the Independent Italian Winegrowers.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).
Cavalchina è il nome della zona in cui sorge l’azienda, nome che probabilmente gli è stato attributo per il fatto di essere stata residenza del Conte Cavalchini.Collocata all’estremo Sud-Est dell’anfiteatro morenico del Garda fu da sempre di chiara vocazione vitivinicola, infatti il catasto asburgico nel 1848 riporta già l’esistenza di un numero consistente di vigneti con la classificazione di I e II categoria.Probabilmente tale classificazione non era su basi solamente qualitative, ma teneva conte anche della costante produttiva del vigneto, cioè della sua resistenza alla siccità, nota dominante dei terreni morenici del Garda.La Cavalchina fu teatro di battaglie nel corso della I e II guerra di indipendenza; a testimonianza della battaglia del 1866 rimane un obelisco di ardesia marrone che ricorda il ferimento del principe Amedeo di Savoia.L’Azienda Agricola Cavalchina nasce agli inizi del secolo scorso con l’acquisizione del primo nucleo di vigneti, la cantina fu costruita successivamente ed in parte fu destinata a distilleria di vinaccia, impianto che rimane in attività fino al 1967. Il fatto storico più importante legato all’Azienda Agricola Cavalchina nell’ambito vinicolo è senz’altro l’invenzione del Custoza, nel senso che la Cavalchina nel 1962 fu la prima a chiamare Custoza il vino bianco della zona, ottenuto dai vitigni di Fernanda, Trebbiano e Garganega e a portare questo vino ad affermarsi nei mercati, allora più importanti, come Roma e Milano.
Cavalchina è il nome della zona in cui sorge l’azienda, nome che probabilmente gli è stato attributo per il fatto di essere stata residenza del Conte Cavalchini.Collocata all’estremo Sud-Est dell’anfiteatro morenico del Garda fu da sempre di chiara vocazione vitivinicola, infatti il catasto asburgico nel 1848 riporta già l’esistenza di un numero consistente di vigneti con la classificazione di I e II categoria.Probabilmente tale classificazione non era su basi solamente qualitative, ma teneva conte anche della costante produttiva del vigneto, cioè della sua resistenza alla siccità, nota dominante dei terreni morenici del Garda.La Cavalchina fu teatro di battaglie nel corso della I e II guerra di indipendenza; a testimonianza della battaglia del 1866 rimane un obelisco di ardesia marrone che ricorda il ferimento del principe Amedeo di Savoia.L’Azienda Agricola Cavalchina nasce agli inizi del secolo scorso con l’acquisizione del primo nucleo di vigneti, la cantina fu costruita successivamente ed in parte fu destinata a distilleria di vinaccia, impianto che rimane in attività fino al 1967. Il fatto storico più importante legato all’Azienda Agricola Cavalchina nell’ambito vinicolo è senz’altro l’invenzione del Custoza, nel senso che la Cavalchina nel 1962 fu la prima a chiamare Custoza il vino bianco della zona, ottenuto dai vitigni di Fernanda, Trebbiano e Garganega e a portare questo vino ad affermarsi nei mercati, allora più importanti, come Roma e Milano.
Once one of Italy’s most famous white wines, Soave has had its ups and downs, and can now be a little tough to find. Fortunately, there are some great Soave out there if you’re willing to look. Mostly made from the Garganega grape, Soave dedicates 20,00 vines to this once popular wine. This week's episode we discuss: Where is Soave? Why is Soave the perfect place to grow Garganega? Soave's bad reputation and what they are doing to overcome it Wine styles, flavor characteristics, and food pairings
In this podcast, Monty Waldin meets Meri Tessari of the Suavia Winery in Soave. Meri tells Monty that she works in the family winery with her two sisters. Her winery works with locally-grown grapes such as Garganega and Trebbiano di soave and their aim is to transmit the unique identity of the Soave Classico territory. Italian Wine Podcast hosted by wine writer Monty Waldin explores family histories, wine-making traditions, and personal stories of renowned producers of Italian wine.
Gli argomenti della quinta puntata del Settimanale di cultura gastronomica di Radio Pop. – La Federazione Italiana Vignaioli Indipendenti si prepara al suo sesto Mercato, un appuntamento che raccoglie molti degli associati, per due giorni, a Piacenza Expo. Abbiamo raccontato il lavoro di questa importante associazione con la presidentessa Matilde Poggi – Antico Orzo delle Valli Bellunesi: il Presidio Slow Food di questa settimana ci porta in Veneto, a scoprire una varietà molto particolare di orzo, di cui ci ha parlato Stefano Sanson. Ogni settimana, in collaborazione con Slow Food, presenteremo un diverso Presidio italiano. – Il vitigno autoctono italiano della settimana è la Garganega, un bianco italiano. Ce ne racconta storia e caratteristiche la stessa Matilde Poggi, in veste di titolare dell'azienda Le Fraghe. – La Guida Michelin 2017 per l'Italia è stata presentata ieri, con molte nuove stelle. Il giornalista gastronomico Gabriele Zanatta ci ha raccontato il suo punto di vista su questa importante guida dedicata alla cucina d'autore e non solo.
Gli argomenti della quinta puntata del Settimanale di cultura gastronomica di Radio Pop. – La Federazione Italiana Vignaioli Indipendenti si prepara al suo sesto Mercato, un appuntamento che raccoglie molti degli associati, per due giorni, a Piacenza Expo. Abbiamo raccontato il lavoro di questa importante associazione con la presidentessa Matilde Poggi – Antico Orzo delle Valli Bellunesi: il Presidio Slow Food di questa settimana ci porta in Veneto, a scoprire una varietà molto particolare di orzo, di cui ci ha parlato Stefano Sanson. Ogni settimana, in collaborazione con Slow Food, presenteremo un diverso Presidio italiano. – Il vitigno autoctono italiano della settimana è la Garganega, un bianco italiano. Ce ne racconta storia e caratteristiche la stessa Matilde Poggi, in veste di titolare dell'azienda Le Fraghe. – La Guida Michelin 2017 per l'Italia è stata presentata ieri, con molte nuove stelle. Il giornalista gastronomico Gabriele Zanatta ci ha raccontato il suo punto di vista su questa importante guida dedicata alla cucina d'autore e non solo.
Gli argomenti della quinta puntata del Settimanale di cultura gastronomica di Radio Pop. – La Federazione Italiana Vignaioli Indipendenti si prepara al suo sesto Mercato, un appuntamento che raccoglie molti degli associati, per due giorni, a Piacenza Expo. Abbiamo raccontato il lavoro di questa importante associazione con la presidentessa Matilde Poggi – Antico Orzo delle Valli Bellunesi: il Presidio Slow Food di questa settimana ci porta in Veneto, a scoprire una varietà molto particolare di orzo, di cui ci ha parlato Stefano Sanson. Ogni settimana, in collaborazione con Slow Food, presenteremo un diverso Presidio italiano. – Il vitigno autoctono italiano della settimana è la Garganega, un bianco italiano. Ce ne racconta storia e caratteristiche la stessa Matilde Poggi, in veste di titolare dell'azienda Le Fraghe. – La Guida Michelin 2017 per l'Italia è stata presentata ieri, con molte nuove stelle. Il giornalista gastronomico Gabriele Zanatta ci ha raccontato il suo punto di vista su questa importante guida dedicata alla cucina d'autore e non solo.
In September I had the pleasure of attending a Colors of Soave Master Class hosted by Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein and Giovanni Ponchia, at Nostra Spaghetteria in San Francisco. Having attended last year's Soave class I was keen on seeing what was to be learned at Soave 2.0. Evan ever the professional did not disappoint. This class focused on the soils and site differences in the Soave region. Having worked at several wineries in Northern Italy, Giovanni serves as an enologist and marketing ambassador for the Soave Consorzio Tutela. The Soave Consorzio's mission is to promote Soave wines.In San Francisco there are typically only a few handful of days where the mercury approaches ninety plus and this was one of them. I could not think of a better way to spend a sizzling afternoon than sipping the wonderful Cru Soaves that were on hand. The Soave region twelve miles due east of Verona, in north eastern Italy, with the hills of Valpolicella flanking its left shoulder and Cru vineyard names like Castelcerino, Casette Foscarin and Salvarenza leading the charge for quality, is making a legitimate call for being recognized as a top producer of white wines. When one talks of Cru Soave it's important to note you are referring to the hills of Soave and not the alluvial flatlands. These hillside vineyards range in elevation from 125 to 1,100 feet. Evan noted that Garganega based wines like Soave are very nuanced, and "if you're looking for a wine of place, Soave can be a fire hydrant directly out of the terroir into your mouth". The class started with a historical perspective of the Soave region and an explanation of the various types of soil that can be found throughout the region. How the different soil types impacted the style of wines produced became very clear as we tasted the wines. In general one could say the calcareous limestone based soils yielded more linear, citric, floral and austere wines. I think these wines would age more quickly. Conversely wines from grapes grown in the volcanic red and black basalt soils were richer, thicker, oilier with more texture. We started with 2014 Latium Soave DOC "Campo le Calle". From alluvial based soil, 100% Garganega, 30 year old vines, 15 to 25% of the grapes are dried for 15 to 20 days. Pale gold color, aroma of hawthorn, fresh cut grass and citrus. On palate citrus and lemon with zippy acidity. 14% abv $202013 Vicentini Agostino Soave Superiore DOCG "Il Casale" is 100% Garganega from calcareous alluvial based soils from the hills of Colognola. Raised in stainless steel vats only, grassy lemon-lime aromas and flavors with a delicate acidity and finish. 13% abv $25 Seafood Salad - rock shrimp, cuttle fish, italian butter beans, celery, cherry tomato, walu walu onion, lemon vinaigrette, chili oil 2013 Cantina di Soave Superiore Rocca Sveva DOCG Classico "Castelcerino" 80% Garganega 20% Trebbiano di Soave - A cooperative of 2,200 growers Cantina di Soave produces roughly one out of every two bottles of Soave sold. Rocca Sveva represents the high end of their portfolio. The grapes are pergola trained therefore they are handpicked. Stratified calcareous rock soils, grapes from the top 100 best growers, the wine spends nine months in the tank before bottling. Gravity only, no pumps are used to move the wine. Light golden yellow color, with mineral, melon , pear and honey notes, bright and crisp 13% abv $202014 Marcato Soave DOC Classico "Monte Tenda" 80% Garganega, 20% Trebbiano di Soave from 11 year old vines, fermented and aged in stainless steel for 6-8 months. Light gold color, aroma of white flowers and yellow apples. On palate lemon citrus flavors with a light finish. 12.5 abv $182014 Cantina del Castello Soave Classico DOC "Pressoni" 80% Garganega 20% Trebbiano di Soave, clay-basaltic soil, raised in stainless steel, three months "sur lie", aged four months in the bottle before release. A very engaging tropical nose of melons, papaya and peaches. More weight on the palate than the previous wines, vibrant acidity with a long finish. I'm still trying to find some of this for my wine stash, delicious. 13% abv $17 Sous Vide Chicken Thigh - onion mashed potato, wild mushrooms, lemon zest 2012 Monte Tondo Soave DOC Classico "Casette Foscarin" 90% Garganega, 10% Trebbiano di Soave Operated by the 2nd and 3rd generation Magnabosco family harvested from 25 year old vines, tufaceous and basaltic soil. After primary fermentation aged in barriques and 5hl tonneau for about six months. Aged one year in bottle before release. An international style Soave for sure, with a vanilla, coconut and tropical fruit nose. Full bodied on the palate with a pleasing oily sensation, and a richly flavored, savory finish. This one will be hard to locate on retail, you're more likely to find it on restaurant wine lists. Don't hesitate to buy if you find it. 13.5% abv $292013 Gini Soave DOC Classico "La Frosca" 100% Garganega grown in basaltic rock and limestone, the Gini Brothers craft beautiful wines. Traditionalist the vines are trained by pergola rooted in basaltic rock and limestone. No sulfur additions in the winery with the wine spending at least 8 months on the yeast in stainless steel and barrique. A delicate green apple, pear and mineral nose. The extended oak aging seems to have only added a delightful depth and textural component to the wine while allowing the fruit to remain at center stage. On the palate persistent minerality and acidity, a tongue tingler. Very impressive now, this will be a good one to purchase and enjoy over the next decade. Yes Soave can and does age well. 13% abv $25 A wonderful lineup of Cru Soaves 2014 Cantina di Monteforte Soave DOC Classico "Vicario" Cantina di Monteforte is a cooperative with around 600 growers. 100% Garganega, basaltic soils, partially barrel fermented, vibrant peach, pineapple profile, medium bodied with good concentration12.5% abv $12 At twelve bucks this a no brainer case buy. 2014 I Stefanini Soave Superiore DOCG Classico "Monte di Fice" 100% Garganega grown in grey and black volcanic soils, fermented in stainless steel and resting on the lees for 9 months. A deep golden color, tropical aromas, mango, peach, medium bodied with low acidity. 13%abv $272014 Franchetto Soave DOC "La Capelina" red basaltic based soils, 100% Garganega, straw color, white flowers and citrus aromas, juicy white peach fruit in the mouth, finishes crisp and mineral with good length. 12.5% abv $12A tip of the hat to Limeng Stroh at Full Circle Wine Solutions, the staff at Nostra, Evan and Giovanni for putting together a fantastic event. If you want some basic knowledge of the Soave region and wines, please review our previous podcast on Soave. Cheers!
Soave Motto Piane is the best wine of June 2015: not just it conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds but also the sun, therefore a good value wine. Made by the competence of Antonio Fattori - one of the most skilled and many-sided vintners of Soave - Motto Piane 2013 expresses elegance and balance, as well as impeccable cleanness. A great white wine made from 100% Garganega, dried for 40 days and part aged in steel tanks and part in cask, an exciting and well made wine.
Il Soave Motto Piane è il migliore vino del mese di giugno 2015: non solo conquista i Cinque Diamanti DiWineTaste, ma anche il sole, pertanto un vino dall'eccellente rapporto qualità/prezzo. Prodotto dalla competenza di Antonio Fattori - fra i più attenti e poliedrici vignaioli del Soave - il Motto Piane 2013 esprime eleganza ed equilibrio, oltre a pulizia esemplare. Un grande vino bianco prodotto con Garganega in purezza, appassita per 40 giorni e lasciata in parte maturare in vasche d'acciaio e parte in botte, un vino emozionante e ben fatto.
There I was in one of my favorite wine stores doing my usual thing, looking at all the different labels and reminding myself to make certain that 25% of my purchases have to be of wines I've never tried before. It's a good way to keep your mind open to new discoveries and expand your knowledge of wine. Lately I've been on a Bordeaux buying binge as there are an astounding number of good quality wines from the 2009 and 2010 vintage on the market. That's when I spied it, stacked on the floor at the end of the shelves in the far left corner at the back of the store. Momentarily I reflected on standard grocery store marketing 101. Remember how the staples that everyone buys, eggs dairy and meats are typically located at the back of the store. Conventional wisdom being that when you come in to get those items you have to pass by all the slower moving items to do your shopping. Ironically small retail wine shops rarely use that ploy and are more apt to use loss leader programs to get more eyeballs in their store. Many retailers bait the consumer by prominently displaying the most well known wine brands at the front of the store and the lesser known producers, which are more of a hand sell toward the back of the store. One of the great things about wine is that at any moment it can take you back to another place in time. When I saw the Pieropan Soave in its distinctive elongated bottle shape that is the calling card of aromatic white wines, I instantly took a trip down memory lane to my earlier wine drinking days. Of course back then Soave was more likely to be found in a magnum format and with a screwcap. You see Soave has had and still suffers from a reputation, well deserved in many cases of being a thin, watery, undistinguishable, innocuous white wine from Italy. After World War II Soave not unlike Lambrusco and Chianti captivated the U.S. wine consumer. A combination of returning GI 's having been exposed to European wines and broad based and successful advertising campaigns by the likes of Bolla and Folonari pushed Soave sales in the U. S. past those of Italy's most famous red wine Chianti. The problem was the original grape growing zone , which was primarily east and north of the town of Soave did not possess the acreage to support all of the demand for the wine. In steps the politicians who simply rezoned and expanded the original zone to include the flatter fertile plains to the south towards the Adige river ,where you could now by law grow grapes to make Soave. The end result was the Soave brand was diluted and its name sullied for two generations as growers took full advantage of the fertile plains and over cropped to get the maximum tonnage of grapes. A market flooded with cheap plonk, the emergence of super brand Santa Margherita's Pinot Grigio and all its knock offs, and it's easy to see why Soave can't get any love lately. My running joke with wine merchants was " I'm putting together a Soave tasting, please show me what you have". The puzzled looks I got from them was priceless. With perseverance I was able to put together a good panel of wines, both entry level and single vineyard styles. There has been a big push lately by the Soave Consorzio www.ilsoave.com to reacquaint consumers with Soave. It seems the Consorzio still has lots of work to do as I didn't find any wine shops in the San Francisco bay area that stocked more than one producer, if any of Soave. When I did find a few selections they were typically the wineries entry level wines. This time we had to cast a wider net to get a good representative group of wines and we ordered several of the wines for this tasting from New York and Southern California. The weather was mild and all of the wines had a good journey and were allowed to rest in a cool dark place for a couple of weeks before we sampled them.Our rediscovery of Soave conveniently coincided with the Soave Consorzio's Soave Master Class which was conducted at Verbena in San Francisco with Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein and Giovanni Ponchia. The first flight of ten wines were tasted blind and the final six wines were paired with some wonderfully creative and delicious dishes. The execution and pacing for the class was on point and the background stories told by Giovanni and Evan helped acuminate my knowledge of the Soave region and its wines. Big thanks to the Consorzio, Evan and his group, Giovanni, and the staff at Verbena for hosting this amazingly enriching event. What is Soave? Soave is the name of a town, a wine, and a vineyard region in north eastern Italy, in the Veneto region, roughly twelve miles east of Verona. The original Soave Classico zone, whose producers we focused on for this tasting, is centered around Monte Foscarino which is due north of the towns of Soave and Monteforte d'Apone. The hills outside the Soave Classico zone have been given the name " Colli Scaligeri" in reference to a family of Nobles who were at one time Lords of Verona. The grand landmark for the town of Soave sitting above it in the hills is its medieval castle. Erected in the tenth century it's on our bucket list of places to visit. The Soave region covers over 16,000 acres and is divided into three areas, Soave DOC, Soave Classico DOC, and Soave Colli Scaligeri DOC. The volcanic soils of the region, rich in iron, with dark basalt, tufa and calcareous clays contribute to the distinctive terroir of Soave. The recipe for Soave DOC and Soave Classico DOC is a minimum of 70% Garganega (gar-Gah-neh gah), up to 30% can be Trebbiano di Soave and/or Chardonnay and a 5% maximum of local varieties. The latter having stricter rules on yields and minimum ageing. The minimum alcohol requirement is 11% for Soave and 11.5% for Soave Classico. There is also a Soave Superiore DOCG designation which calls for a higher minimum alcohol content of 12% and excludes Chardonnay entirely from the blend. Superiore wines are made only from grapes grown in the hills of Classico and Colli Scaligeri. Stricter maximum yields 70 hl/hectare, guyot only training 4,00vines per/hectare, and a minimum twelve month ageing regimen before release onto the market help make Superiore wines a rare find. It seem the growers haven't caught up with the regulations yet. There aren't any red wines made in the Soave wine region but there is some Soave Spumante DOC and Recioto di Soave DOCG produced in the area. What's a DOC, IGT, DOP or DOCG? These are all acronyms for Italian wine law hierarchy. Italian wine laws always seem to be in a state of flux. Recently in an attempt to keep all the members of the European Union on the same footing the EU took control of agriculture in Italy. All future changes now go through Brussels. With this new wrinkle I think it's fair to say that the only thing that won't change with Italian wine laws is the continued changing of the laws. An example of the changing laws: it is now permitted for bottlers of Soave Classico to use stelvin closures (screwcaps). In the past if you made a Soave Classico wine but chose to use a stelvin closure instead of a cork you had to declassify your wine to the lower level Soave DOC. That rule has been amended and now producers can use screwcap closures without having to yoke their wine to a lower classification. That said, if you practice summarily dismissing any bottles of Soave as inferior because they don't have a cork closure; you could be missing out on some wonderful wines. Also Pinot Bianco and Trebbiano di Toscana previously allowed have been banned for use in Soave blends because of their perceived inferiority. For the sake of brevity we've given you a general overview of the wine laws for Soave wines. For those feeling compelled to geek out on Italian wine laws check out http://italianwinecentral.com/tag/laws/. Regular folks that just want to be able to find good quality representations of Soave, listen to our podcast and you'll be armed with enough information to find the quality producers.The Soave marketing gurus are still trying to pinpoint what consumers want in an Italian white wine, which leaves the producers of shall we say of "Real Soave" in a quandary. Eighty-five percent of the Soave you see on the market is of industrial quality and is produced at a cooperative. That's not to say that cooperatives can't produce good quality wines, but on a scale of one million cases per year, odds are the quality does get compromised. The other fifteen percent of the market is composed of traditional and maverick Soave winemakers. Both insist on low yields in the vineyard in an effort to get more flavorful wines. The traditionalist stay with the Garganega/Trebbiano blends while the new wave group sometimes include Chardonnay in the blend . Many producers try to cover all the bases, so it's not unusual to find cantine that offer three tiers of wine. The first level being their entry level wine that typically sees a short period of ageing and no wood contact. Dismissing these entry level wines in some cases would be a mistake as the quality bar is quite high with several noteworthy producers. The second and third levels can be a mix of single vineyard designation wines, with none or some wood ageing or full on heavily influenced winemaking efforts that involve barrel fermenting, generous amounts of Chardonnay, extended lees contact with battonage and longer bottle ageing before release onto the market. What does Soave taste like and what style should you try first? Our tasting clearly showed that there is a good case to be made for many of the styles you'll see in the marketplace. In the glass it displays a straw-golden color which a lot of producers like to show off by bottling with clear glass. Soave is not a wine with a high aromatic profile. Blending other grapes with Garganega can add texture, body and complexity to the wine but usually at the cost of blunting the delicate aromas of the finished product. The aromas won't jump out of the glass and bust you in the nose like the more aromatic Sauvignon Blanc, Gewurztraminer and Rieslings will. With Soave its more about nuance of aroma, minerality and crisp acidity. If you're looking for the purist expression of Soave try a wine by a traditional producer that uses only Garganega grapes grown in the Classico region and eschews wood contact. In these wines you'll find straw colors, intriguing minerality (think wet stones and earth) accompanied by aromas and flavors of white flowers, green and yellow apples, pear, white peach, honeydew melon, stone fruits, yellow citrus and lime with a crisp finish and mouthwatering acidity. If you would like to try Soaves with fuller body, more depth of flavors and complexity on the palate try some of the producers we highlight in the podcast. Although these type of wines weren't made traditionally in Soave their new wave flair and quality cannot be overlooked. Most Soaves clock in around 12.5 % alcohol by volume which makes them easy to drink and suitable as aperitifs or accompaniments with appetizers first courses and a variety of main dishes. From delicate flavored Brie, Chevre, and Mozzarella to more assertive Asiago, Beemster or Taleggio Soave pairs nicely with many cheeses. It great with Sushi, and for that matter anything that comes out of the water. It's a seafood lovers wine. Chicken, pork and veal pair well with richer styles of Soave as do pastas with butter and cream sauces. With Soave it's best to pick producer first vintage second. Find a producers style you enjoy and there's a good chance you'll be pleased with the results from year to year.The good thing about Garganega is that it grows in loose clusters with sparse berries which helps with mold and rot resistance and affords growers the option to leave the grapes on the vines well into October to get more complexity. The bad thing is, Garganega is a late ripener and inclement weather can be a bigger factor on quality than with earlier developing varieties. 2013 and 2014 were years that witnessed a number of hail events impacting yields for many growers in the Soave area. We'll have to wait and see what comes to market before we can make any quality judgments though. The vast majority of Soave currently on the market is from the 2012 vintage. In general they seem generous and delicious having more tang and zip than the more fruit forward 2011's. How much does it cost? Good Soave retails in the twelve to eighteen dollar range. More ambitious efforts and single vineyard designated wines can typically start around nineteen and can reach into the low thirty dollar range. That said the quality to price ratio is ridiculously favorable to consumers that takes a liking to good quality Soave. This is what happens when you have producers working diligently and succeeding at making a good wine, but not getting the recognition in the market place yet.There's boat loads of Soave swill in the marketplace, how do you find the good stuff? If you're willing to search around and ask your favorite retailer to bring some quality producers into their program you will be rewarded with very good wines that speak well and clearly of the Soave Classico zone. In general the phrase Soave Classico on a wine label is an indicator of a good quality wine. The adjective Classico denotes that the grapes used to make the wine are from the original historic production zone and are considered to represent the best growing conditions for wines of this type. Another indicator of quality is the symbol of the Vignaioli Indipendenti on the capsule of the bottle. Members must ensure that Soave is their main product and can't buy grapes or wine except for extreme winemaking needs. Members of this small group of producers adhere to managing the entire production process from grape growing to bottling. The principle mission of the Vignaioli del Soave Association is to give Soave wine back its dignity in the eyes of the consumer by being transparent and providing information. We hope you enjoy the podcast and learn a little too. Tell us what you think about the wines of Soave and if you make a new discovery don't keep it a secret: let us know. Bill and I thank you all for listening and until next time - Cheers!
Ancient variety having a strong bond with the territories of the province of Verona and Vicenza, Garganega is capable of making wines of magnificent elegance, both in dry and in sweet styles made from dried grapes. With time, and the proper viticultural and wine making conditions, Garganega has proved to have very good possibilities of aging in bottle, giving wines of interesting complexity.
Varietà antica e profondamente legata al territorio delle provincie di Verona e Vicenza, la Garganega è capace di produrre vini di magnifica eleganza, sia negli stili secchi sia in quelli dolci da uve appassite. Con il tempo, e le opportune condizioni viticolturali ed enologiche, la Garganega dimostra di avere ottime possibilità di affinamento in bottiglia, restituendo vini di interessante complessità.
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