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Tommasi Soave Classico 2003
NZD $24.95 NZD $22.95
Northern Italy apart from producing such classics as Amarone, Barolo, Barbaresco etc, the white wines have always lived in the shadows of the red superstars. The Soave is a well known appellation which has produced superb white wines for many years. This wine is made of Garganega (90%) and Trebbiano Veronese (10%) with lees contact for 6 months in stainless steel tanks. The colour is straw yellow with a bouquet of flower, delicate pear and citrus aromas. On the palate it is full bodied with depth, structure and a good degree of purity, it also shows roasted almonds, dry herbs and ripe figs. Excellent with fish, anti-pasto or veal. Drink now or cellar for 2-3 years.
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Tommasi "Le Volpare" Soave Classico 2008
NZD $29.95 NZD $26.95
Northern Italy apart from producing such classics as Amarone, Barolo, Barbaresco etc, the white wines have always lived in the shadows of the red superstars. The Soave is a well known appellation which has produced superb white wines for many years. This wine is made of Garganega (90%) and Trebbiano Veronese (10%) with lees contact for 6 months in stainless steel tanks. The colour is straw yellow with a bouquet of flower, delicate pear and citrus aromas. On the palate it is full bodied with depth, structure and a good degree of purity, it also shows roasted almonds, dry herbs and ripe figs. Excellent with fish, anti-pasto or veal. Drink now or cellar for 2-3 years.
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Garofoli Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico 2009
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
Verdicchio had a great comeback over the last 15-20 years, situated in Marche, central east of Italy and has also been known for producing a crisp, flinty and mineral wine that is excellent with shellfish, fish and white meats. The modern versions are mostly tank fermented with no oak or over elaborate winemaking but yet displaying excellent concentration, depth and freshness. Try with fish, shellfish or pastas.
