Italy — wine

Bardolino

Eastern Lake Garda DOC producing light, pale cherry-coloured Corvina-based reds and Chiaretto rosé; lake-cooling gives extraordinary freshness; one of Italy's most versatile light reds and best rosés.

Year Rating Notes
2022 Lake freshness preserved in warm year; Chiaretto of exceptional delicacy.
2021 Classic light Bardolino; pale, fresh and aromatic with good acidity.
2020 Good vintage; Bardolino shows more concentration than usual.
2019 Standard vintage; light and aromatic for early drinking.
2018 Consistent vintage; honest and food-friendly Bardolino.