Soave classico DOC 2023 - Pieropan

Soave Classico DOC denomination. Geographical location Hilly area of classic Soave Grapes Garganega 85% Trebbiano di Soave 15%. Age of vines of different ages, from 6 to 60 years. Vineyard Volcanic soil, average altitude 100 - 300 masl. Exposure to the west. Yield Per hectare 80 - 90 hl (2.5 kg per plant). Guyot training system with a density of 4800 plants per hectare and Veronese pergola with 3,000 plants per hectare. Defense method Certified organic viticulture Gem load 8 - 10 buds per vine. Harvesting methods Manual harvesting in mid-September for the Trebbiano di Soave and in October for the Garganega grape. Vinification technique Destemming and pressing of the grapes. Selection of the must and fermentation at a controlled temperature (16 ° -18 ° C) in vitrified concrete tanks. Organoleptic examination Color: pale straw yellow, with greenish reflections, brilliant - Nose: fresh delicate, with hints of grape flowers, cherry, elder - Taste: dry, savory, pleasantly harmonious and balanced - Alcohol content: 12% - acidity: 5.5 ‰. Aging Maturation of the wine in vitrified cement tanks in contact with the finest and most noble lees for a variable period. In the spring following the harvest, bottling and marketing are foreseen, after aging in the bottle for at least one month. Pairing At the table it goes well with soups, vegetable-based first courses such as asparagus, Verona celery, peas, courgettes, eggs, sea and lake fish. Pleasant and pleasant as an aperitif with simple toppings.