Soave
In this Soave we find all the traditional characteristics of Garganega from around Verona but especially we can recognize its area of origin: the black earth of the Alpone Valley. Its character infuses every wine from here with pronounced aromatic qualities and precise perfumes, with dominant notes of citrus fruits and warm graphite, along with hints of tropical fruits and hawthorn. It is a refreshing wine, whose flavors evolve tantalizingly on the palate, leaving a traditional almondy note on the finish.
Appellation: Soave DOC
Type: White, dry
Varietal: 100% Garganega from the estate’s own vineyards.
Certified Organic
Color: Bright straw yellow.
Bouquet: Delicate, with notes of flowers and almonds.
Taste: Dry, well-structured and delicately fruity, with the hint of bitter almonds on the finish that is typical of Garganega-based wines.
Alcohol: 12% (varies with vintage).
Serving Suggestion: Serve at a temperature of 10°-12°C. (50°-54°F).
Pairing: Ideal as an aperitif or, thanks to its great versatility, can be enjoyed throughout a meal (except with richly flavored red meat dishes). It is excellent with fish or seafood hors d’oeuvres.
Production area: Alpone Valley.
Elevation: 80 meters (260 feet) a.s.l.
Exposure: South-easterly.
Soil: Medium-textured soil of lavic basalt with volcanic origin.
Training Method: Modified Veronese Pergola training system.
Age of the vines: 30-40 years.
Density: 3,500 vines/ha.
Yield: 70 hl/ha (620 gallons/acre).
Harvest: End of September and carefully selected to ensure that only ripe and healthy berries are used.
Vinification: Grapes are carefully selected and destemmed, macerated on the skins and pressed softly. The must undergoes cold, static settling and is then fermented at controlled temperatures.
Aging: The wine matures on its lees for about six months in stainless steel tanks, followed by assemblage and bottling.
SOAVE 2013
Review on the release of the Soave - May, 2014
From John Szabo and David Lawrason – WineAlign 4.3/5
La Cappuccina 2013 Soave, Veneto Italy John Szabo – "Clean, crisp, stony and savoury-fruity, this is a well-balanced and food-friendly Italian white with an extra measure of depth and complexity. Chill and enjoy. David Lawrason – I have had richer, deeper Soave but this tender, pretty example has charm and authenticity and it will glide beautifully with an elegant summer fish course or pasta primavera. Youthful charm here."
SOAVE 2012
2014 Slow Wine Slow Food
Natural. Good wine. - Buon Vino
2014 Gambero Rosso Wine guide un bicchiere/one glass
2014 Ais Sommelier wine guide - 3 grappoli / 3 Grape clusters
2014 Italian Organic Wine guide
2014 Veronelli wine guide 2 stelle / 2 stars **
