Wine at the Table
Soave
The short answer
Soave is a dry white wine from the hills east of Verona in the Veneto, made mainly from the Garganega grape. Expect citrus, almond and a fresh finish.
- Style
- Almond-mineral white, Veneto
- Glass
- White wine glass
- Strength
- Typically around 12–13% ABV
Where it comes from
Soave takes its name from the town of Soave near Verona. The wine is made mostly from Garganega, sometimes blended with Trebbiano di Soave. Wines from the older hillside heart of the zone are labelled Soave Classico.
What you need
- 1 bottle Soave or Soave Classico, chilled
How Larry builds it
- 01
Chill lightly. Fridge-cold, then out for ten minutes before pouring.
- 02
Pour. No decanting needed.
- 03
Pair. Good with risotto, fish, vegetable dishes and mild cheeses.
Larry’s rule: Seafood pasta's best friend.
Variations worth making
Soave Classico
From the original hillside zone.
Recioto di Soave
A sweet wine from dried Garganega grapes.
Questions people ask
What grape is Soave made from?
Mainly Garganega, a white grape native to the Veneto.
Is Soave dry?
Standard Soave is dry. Recioto di Soave is the sweet version.
What does Classico mean on Soave?
It comes from the original, historic hillside area of the appellation.
What food goes with Soave?
Risotto, seafood, vegetable pastas and soft cheeses.
What to eat with it
Pour it like Larry
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