The Calvarino vineyard is located in the north-west zone of the Soave Classico area and has been owned by the Pieropan family since 1901. It takes its name, 'little Calvary', from the steepness of the slope and the difficulty this presents in working the vineyard. It has basalt soil that is typical in this part of Soave and is planted with Garganega and Trebbiano di Soave. The vines are between 30 and 60 years old and are planted 200 to 300 metres above sea level, at a density of 3,000 vines per hectare. The vineyards are farmed organically.
The wine is fermented in glass line stainless steel tanks and spends time aging on its fine lees. Fresh lemon and hints of peach on the nose and palate, long with a delicate nutty character. Crisp and taught but also textural, this new 2022 is one of my favourite ever and we have been selling since the 1998 vintage! Beautiful wine.
