“Foscarino” Soave Classico DOC 2024

Inama | Veneto
Soc. Agr. di Inama Giuseppe s.s. | Località Biacche 50 | IT 37047 San Bonifacio

03340324 · 0,75 l · 33,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

The Foscarino label features two faces – studies of the English architect Inigo Jones (1573–1652), the first exponent of Palladian-inspired classicism in England. "The sacred and the profane," says Inama. A hint that this wine offers more than just a very special flavour. Monte Foscarino is the heart of Soave Classico – visible from the plain in every direction, the true landmark of the entire appellation. The volcanic rock here was formed around 30 million years ago. The so-called "red horizon" of the Foscarino vineyards – a play of colours comprising black, green, red and orange in the basalt – reveals the varying degrees of iron oxidation in this unique rock. On this soil, Garganega vines – trained using the Pergola Veronese method – grow at altitudes of 100 to 200 metres, ranging in age from 10 to 75 years, on a slope facing from north-east to south-west.

Hand-harvested with an annual selection of the most expressive plots. 3 to 12 hours' contact with the must. Fermentation takes place 30% in stainless steel, 30% in large wooden casks and 40% in used barriques – depending on the batch, some undergo malolactic fermentation whilst others do not. Six months' ageing on the fine lees with bâtonnage every three weeks, followed by a further six months in stainless steel.

Bright straw yellow with green highlights. The bouquet is fresh, mineral and deep – elderflower, iris, chamomile. Rich and complex on the palate, multi-dimensional, with a long almond note on the finish. A Soave that demonstrates why Inama has placed the sacred and the profane on the same label. Great ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE