Pieropan Soave Classico 2009

Pieropan is one of the best producers of Soave in Veneto. They have been working hard to produce a more refined version of this variety with an emphasis on texture and vibrancy. This variety is naturally high in acidity  but sees a little winemaker influence such as lees stirring to increase the mouth feel.

Pieropan Soave Classico 2009

Beautiful notes of almond meal, grapefruit, glazed flowers and river pebbles start this wine off. The wine is very smash-able for an entry level wine with the almonds taking the main role and I guess that is what everyone is after for a wine of this price. The wine seems to float down my tongue yet coats my taste buds with delight. I don't know how they do it but Italy seems to produce wines of lightness with texture and interest. Australia, or countries that are on the hotter side, should focus on producing this sort of wine as it offers so much. While this is not up to the normal standard for the label it offers beautiful drinking in the shorter term at a brilliant price.

Alcohol: 12%
Price: $30
Rated: 89
Drink: Now - 2016