Soave Classico DOC 2007

Guerrieri-Rizzardi was founded over a century ago and today own a total of four wine estates situated in four Appellations or sub regions of Veneto, Italy. The four Appellations are the DOC Classico areas of Bardolino, Valpolicella, Soave and Valdadige. Crafted in a clean and approachable style, our DOC wines offer great value while representing the unique heritage of their respective regions. The range of wines include a dry, white Soave Classico DOC, a dry rose Bardolino Chiaretto Classico DOC as well as two dry unoaked reds, Bardolino Classico DOC & Valpolicella Classico DOC.

The grapes for our Soave Classico DOC are grown on our estate vineyards situated in the hills of the Soave DOC Classico area. These hillside vineyards enjoy moderate breezes and temperature variations, which are ideal for growing high quality grapes. Guerrieri Rizzardi has long been a champion of native, indigenous grapes and Garganega makes up 75% of the blend of this wine along with 5% Trebbiano di Soave. We also utilize 20% Chardonnay grapes which adds body and texture to the wine.  The grapes are naturally farmed and harvested.  The wine is then fermented and aged in neutral cement and stainless steel tanks, with no influence of oak barrels prior to bottling.

This wine has a complex nose, with notes of apple white peach and almond.This Soave is dry, crisp and clean on the palate and has good acidity.  Serve our Soave chilled before the meal on its own or with Italian delicacies such as herb risotto, terrines of white meat or vegetable pates.  This wine can also be served with oysters, grilled or baked seafood, white meats and is excellent with Asian fare such as sushi or mildly spiced Thai dishes.

RECENT and HISTORICAL ACCLAIM

Gambero Rosso – “Vini d’Italia 2009” Soave Classico 2007 – 2 Bicchieri/ 2 Glasses.

The Guardian Weekend, UK, July 26 2008 “The Second Coming of Soave” Victoria Moore “Guerrieri Rizzardi Soave 2007 – A lovely, classic, dry soave that has a gentle almond warmth and is certainly not invisible. Garganega makes up 70% of the blend, but as well as Trebbiano, there is also some Chardonnay for a modern, creamy feel **** 4 Stars”

Gambero Rosso – “Vini d’Italia 2008” Soave Classico 2006 – 1 Bicchiere/ 1 Glass.