Italy — wine

Soave Classico

The historic hillside core of Soave DOC in the Veneto, producing Italy's finest Garganega whites from volcanic basalt and limestone soils; long dismissed as neutral, serious Classico is now recognised as one of Italy's most age-worthy white wines.

Year Rating Notes
2022 Outstanding vintage; volcanic Garganega of extraordinary mineral precision and aromatic purity.
2021 Good quality; wines show the Classico zone's characteristic mineral drive and almond finish.
2020 Reliable vintage; expressive, food-friendly whites at accessible prices.
2019 Benchmark Soave Classico year; Pieropan Calvarino and Gini La Froscà both exceptional.
2018 Good season; Garganega shows its characteristic bitter almond and mineral character.