Description
"Straw yellow with bright reflections, greenish when young, golden after aging. Fresh and mineral, the connection with the volcanic soil is clear and immediate. It has a broad bouquet with floral hints of elderberry, jasmine, acacia flower and narcissus. Followed by aromatic herbs, sage, lemon thyme and mint, and intense fruity components, from yellow peach to lemon apple, tropical hints of pineapple and the characteristic crunchy cherry on the finish. It closes on delicate hints of fresh almond and elegant citrus notes. Straightforward and vertical sip. Fresh, elegant and savory, well balanced, long and persistent." - Producer Notes
"Crystalline and focused, this vintage of Calvarino magnifies the distinct aromas of Soave's volcanic soil with hints of smoke and flint. As the wine opens, aromas of lemon oil, white peach, jasmine and green apple skin lift from the glass. The wine is 3D in the glass with vertical and horizontal flavors filling the mouth while fresh acidity lifts the palate. Flavors mirror the palate with the addition of a hint of marzipan finishing with an energy that hints towards the ageability of the wine." - 96 Points, Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast
"The first single-vineyard created here, in the late 18th century. More black soil than in the Soave Classico. This is very good, meshing the inherent ripeness of the vintage with a mineral-infused pungency. Green apples, quince and stone fruit. Yet the feel is linear, cool and taut, with a growing trajectory of fruit sweetness across the long, energetic finish. A pithy exclamation to close." - 94 Points, Ned Goodwin MW, JamesSuckling.com
