Pieropan Soave Doc Classico

Description

This is the freshest, youngest wine in the Pieropan family range. It is made entirely from fruit grown in their own vineyards situated in the Soave Classico zone and planted only with indigenous grape varieties.Geographical location Hillside vineyard in the Soave classico zone.Vineyard characteristics Volcanic soils, situated at 100-300 m above sea level, facing west.Training Guyot trained with 5200 vines per hectare. and pergola veronese whit 3000 vines per hectare.Defence method Holistic, low environmental impact approach to pest control.Harvesting Hand-picked starting from mid-September for the Trebbiano di Soave and from October for the Garganega.Vinification The grapes are de-stemmed and crushed with the free run juice fermented separately between 14-18C in glass-lined cement tanks.Ageing The wine remains in glass-lined cement tanks on the fine lees for a period which varies according to the vintage. In the spring following the harvest the wine is bottled and then released after at least a further month in bottle.Organoleptic properties Color Brilliant straw yellow colour with greenish hints; PerfumeThe delicate nose is reminiscent of almond blossoms and marzipan; good Tasting notesDepth of fruit on the palate, nicely balanced by a zingy acidity that enhances its long length;Serving suggestions It makes an excellent partner for soups, starters, especially vegetable based such as asparagus, peas, courgette, egg-based dishes or seafood and fresh water fish dishes. It is an excellent aperitif, especially when served with simple canapes. Serve at 12C.- Pieropan