Soave (Italy)

Soave is one of the most famous Italian white wines.

It is produced around the town of Soave in the Veneto region of Italy.

The main grape is Garganega.

Soave Flavors

Citrus, Pear, Peach, and Melon are typical Soave flavors, with delicate Almond and Floral notes.

Hints of Herbs and salty Minerals.

Lemon

Pear

Peach

Melon

Almonds

Flowers

Herbs

Salt

Soave Profile

Soave is a dry wine, with fruity notes and good acidity:

SUGAR:	Dry 3 g/l

BODY:	Medium

FRUIT:	Medium

ACIDITY:	Medium - High

ALCOHOL:	12 % ABV

	Serving temperature: 10-12°C (50-54°F)

Soave Food Pairing

Soave is very food friendly. It pairs well with International, Italian, Spanish, Asian, Mexican, Vegetarian dishes.

Antipasti

Salads

Asparagus

Pasta

Lobster

Fish

Bigoli

Risotto

Seafood

Chicken

Pork

Ham

Excellent Pairings

Antipasti. Tapas. Sushi.
Prosciutto. Carpaccio. Salami.
Boiled. Grilled. Fried White Fish.
Seafood Pasta. Shrimp Risotto. Creamy Risotto.
Bacalao. Paella. Sardines.
Creamy Soups. Fish Soup.
Egg Dishes. Quiche. Pie.
Fowl. Roasted Chicken. Chicken Salad.
White Meat. Pork. Veal. Game.
Asparagus. Pesto. Spinach. Roasted Vegetables.

Cheeses

Medium Cheeses. Cheese Soufflé.

Italian Specialities

Risi e Bisi (Risotto with Green Peas).
Polenta.
Baccalá alla Vicentina (Dry Cod Stockfish Vicenza Style)

The Ideal Glass for Soave

The Chardonnay Glass was designed for enjoying full-bodied white wines. They have a wider bowl and a tapered top to enhance the buttery and oaky notes found in aged wines.

The wide bowl steers the wine to the sensitive parts of the tongue, ensuring that the acidity creates a harmonious balance with the sweet aromas of the wine.

The wide bowl allows the full bouquet of aromas to develop. It also reduces the risk for over-concentrated aromas.

Soave Cheese Pairing

Soave is known for its crisp and fruity profile. It pairs well with a variety of cheeses.

Opt for cheeses with moderate saltiness and creaminess to balance the wine's acidity. You can also add accompaniments like fresh fruits (grapes, apples, pears), nuts (almonds, walnuts), and a light drizzle of honey to enhance the pairing.

Feta

Mozzarella

Ricotta

Chèvre

Fontina

Brie

Camembert

Primo Sale

Serra Estrela

Asiago

Taleggio

Robiola

Fresh and Mild Cheeses

Mozzarella: Its delicate flavor pairs well with the wine's lightness.

Ricotta: Especially good if served with a drizzle of honey or fresh fruits.

Goat Cheese (Chèvre): The tanginess complements the subtle fruit notes in Soave.

Semi-Soft Cheeses

Fontina: Its nutty, buttery qualities make a good match.

Brie: The creamy texture and mild flavor work beautifully with Soave.

Camembert: Similar to Brie but with slightly more earthiness.

Hard Cheeses

Asiago: Lightly aged Asiago adds a complementary tang to the wine.

Manchego: A classic Spanish pairing, especially younger Manchego, which is less intense.

Gruyère: Mildly nutty and sweet, enhancing the wine's subtlety.

Blue Cheeses (for contrast)

Robiola: Its mild creaminess contrasts nicely without overpowering the wine.

If You Like Soave

Types of Soave

Soave Classico contains at least 70% Garganega grapes blended with Trebbiano and sometimes Chardonnay.

It is produced with different styles: from light-medium bodied (similar to Pinot Grigio), to full bodied (called Superiore and similar to Chardonnay).

Malolactic Fermentation provides a more creamy Soave.

Wine Region Veneto

The most famous white wines from the region are Soave and the sparkling Prosecco.

The most famous red wines are Amarone and Valpolicella from the Valpolicella Wine Region.

Black Grapes	White Grapes
11% Corvina (Amarone) 11% Merlot 4% Cabernet Sauvignon 3% Cabernet Franc 3% Rodinella 3% Molinara	27% Glera (Prosecco) 15% Garganega (Soave) 11% Pinot Grigio 4% Chardonnay 1% Durella