Italy
With a wine scene as diverse as you find in France, Italy thoroughly deserves its new-found popularity amongst British buyers. As far as white wines go, there is so much more to discover than Pinot Grigio! Gavi and Soave should be remembered in the North, but the South is an equally good source of richer, silkier wines made from grapes such as Fiano and Greco. From the middle are the old favourites but much-improved Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Orvieto, Frascati and Verdicchio. As far as great reds go, Tuscany fields players such as Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, and numerous Supertuscans all made from Sangiovese clones. The star players in Piedmont are Barolo, Barbaresco, Alba, Asti and Monferrato using Nebbiolo and Barbera grapes.
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Soave DOC, Clivus, Cantina di Monteforte 2012
Product Code: IW00212
A typically light and refreshing example of Soave, with a gently floral character, and an attractive mineral note. More »
Soave
Italy
Trebbiano/Ugni Blanc
White - Dry & crisp
Still White Wine
11.5%
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Rabbit casserole cooked in wine, garlic and rosemary
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Soave Classico DOC, Zeni 2011
Product Code: IW00911
Definitely a superior Soave, the Zeni family's example from the hilly Classico area is gently floral with a hint of green apples. Once in the mouth it is fresh and zingy like a good Sauvignon Blanc. More »
Soave
Italy
Garganega
White - Dry & crisp
Still White Wine
12.5%
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Ham and pea risotto
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Recioto di Soave Classico, Le Sponde, Coffele 2009 - 50cl
Product Code: IS00409C
Made from the most concentrated Garganega grapes, with is a terrific dessert wine, full of character. The nose and palate are packed with rich dried fruit character, coupled with hints of vine flower and walnut on the finish. More »
Soave
Italy
Garganega
Dessert - Sweet but fresh
Dessert White
12.5%
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Tiramisu





