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Item Number: 7064

UPC: 8015822000628

Country: Italy
Region: Veneto
Appellation/AVA: Soave DOC
Vintage: 2012
Grape(s): Garganega
Type: Wine - White
Bottle Size: 750ml Pack: 12
Closure: Screwcap
Alc by Vol(%): 12.5
Soil Type: Chalk


Vineyard Information: The vineyards for the Soave are situated in the hills outside Verona in the Valpantena Valley. Cool currents blow down the valley from the foothills of the Dolomites, which helps to moderate the climate, enabling the grapes to ripen slowly. This helps the grapes to retain their aromatic compounds and acidity. The soil is poor and chalky so the vines are put under stress helping to produce superior quality.

Winemaking Notes: The grapes were hand harvested, destemmed and crushed and pumped to the press with no sulfur addition. The juice was chilled immediately and naturally settled. Cultured yeasts were added to initiate fermentation, which took place at 12°C -14°C in order to retain fruit flavors. The wine remained in tank until bottling to maximize freshness.

Tasting Notes: The Alpha Zeta Soave has clean, bright aromas of almond blossom. The palate is ripe and concentrated, full of apple and pear but with a lively crisp finish to round it off.