Which is the bigger name? Pieropan the producer or Soave the appellation? Some would suggest the former has more cache as it is the leading producer of Soave. That is not, of course, to say that there aren’t other good exemplars of Soave to be found. However, Pieropan Soave is one of the better known, widely distributed white wines of Italy.
The 2016 vintage rendition of Pieropan Soave Classico does exactly what it says on the label – bright and aromatic, with notes of pear and almond meal. In some respects, it is quite similar to Pinot Gris. It is an easy going wine that is a good entry point to the wonderful world of Italian white varietals.
2016 PIEROPAN SOAVE CLASSICOProducer: Pieropan
Variety: Garganega, Trebbiano di Soave
Region: Veneto, Italy
ABV: 12.0%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $33.00
Date tasted: 12 November 2017
Tasting Note:
Pale lemon yellow. Lifted aromatic nose of Beurre Bosc pear, white flowers and marzipan, all of which flow through to the palate. Soft, pillowy and easy to drink. Easy to like, ‘go to’ Soave.
Score: 15.5/20
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