2022 Soave Classico La Rocca, Pieropan

There is Soave and then there is Soave La Rocca... A rich dry white from limestone soils, deep and creamy with ripe peach texture. This is a world class white capable of long ageing, and a great alternative to Burgundy. Pairs very well with asparagus, pea and courgette dishes, as well as seafood and shellfish, or as an aperitif.

"The only oak-inflected cuvee at the estate. Aged in 100% used tonneaux, both French and Slavonian. Superb aromas of pistachios, peaches and dried mangoes. Broad and expansive, yet funneled into a vortex of tension by freshness that sublimates any sense of obvious power. A wonderful expression of a warmer vintage that suits perfectly this compelling site. Drink or hold."  JamesSuckling.com, April 2024