2023 Pieropan Soave Classico
Approximately 85% Garganega and 15% Trebbiano di Soave. The vines range in age from 10-60 years. A wine I by often as I’ve had the 2000, 2001, 2008, 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2021. Medium yellow color. This dry white wine seemed to have a little more acid and zip than previous vintages. Green apple and lemon notes. Really nice for Pieropan’s introductory Soave. 90 points. [
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We are big fans of the whole range, they are such great food pairing tools. Just recently realized we are completely out, though, so it’s time to reload.
Thanks for the data point. I have a 24 Classico to pop open soon, thanks for the reminder.
One of the great wonders of the wine world is how good this wine always is at like $17/bottle. A favorite all summer. I do think La Rocca, specifically, is worth the step up in $$
Agree, although more often I go for the Calvarino.
wish they were more prevalent on restaurant wine lists, but I’m happy even when the regular is available BTG
Always happy with this as a reasonably priced house white.
Nice note! Pieropan an old favorite, though it has been forever since I have had the wines. I’ll have to find a few bottles as I am definitely overdue.
thanks for the reminder that I need more Soave Classico around the house, love it
Edit: local Pavillons has it for $19.99, and @Chris_Seiber 's favorite deal…10% off 6!
Excellent note, thanks for posting. I always have a bottle or two of Pieropan handy—continues to be superb value.
me too, I am a big fan. Once I discoverd forgotten 5-6 years old Calvarino bottles in my cellar. Teriffic.
If you buy 1-5 bottles, you’re a huge sucker
Yup, I discovered these when visiting Venice around '04 and I have been buying them ever since. One of the best QPR’s out there and just in their own right always lovely juice. I like the entry level for earlier drinking.The Calvarino tends to need a little time in the bottle.
Re Venice - Me too, at Osteria da Fiore.
