Suavia Soave Classico Monte Carbonare 2021

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Suavia
Label Name:
 
Soave Classico Monte Carbonare
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Soave Classico, Veneto
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
100% Garganega
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
11-13°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 95; Wine Enthusiast 95; Falstaff 94; Decanter 93; Wine Spectator 92; Vinous ~92

Tasting Note
Bright straw with flint and smoky minerality, citrus, white flowers, ripe apricot and almond. Creamy texture, lively acidity and a long, saline finish.

Food Pairing
Western: shellfish, grilled/poached white fish, truffle or mushroom risotto, roasted chicken, medium cheeses. Asian: sushi/sashimi, tempura, Chinese/Thai seafood dishes, Vietnamese spring rolls, lightly spiced curries.

Production Method
Organic viticulture; hand-harvested; soft pressing; alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel (controlled temperature), no malolactic; 12–15 months on fine lees in steel, plus months in bottle.

Vineyard Info
Family-run Suavia (Tessari family), founded 1982 in Fittà di Soave. Monte Carbonare: ~6 ha of old vines on black volcanic (basalt) soils at ~280m; organic certified vineyards.