The wines of our Cantina del Soave
BassanellaSoave Classico DOC
Grapes Variety
100% Garganega from the estate’s own vineyards.
Viticultural details
A traditional, single, guyot vineyard of 2 hectars with a number of bunches by vine from 8 to 12. On typical calcareous soils at 250 meters above sea level.With south-westerly exposure. Age of the vines over 20 years.
Vinification and maturation
Only the best bunches of Garganega, picked at beginning of October, are used, after a careful evaluation of the ripeness and health of the grapes. After destemming, maceration on the skins for 12 hours and soft pressing, the must is given a cold, static settling. Fermantation at controlled temperatures of 18°C. The wine matures on its lees in stainless steel tanks over late Spring.
Alcohol
around 12,5 % vol.
Features
Colour: intense yellow straw colour with green hints.
Nose: pleasantly fruity with notes of tropical fruit and ripe yellow fruits.
Flavour: armonic, complex and rich. The aftertaste is persistent with a good sensation of minerality.
Pairings
Enjoy as an appetizer or with seafood, shellfish and light meats as well pasta or rice dishes with vegetable sauces.
Serve at: 10-12°C. (50-54°F.)