COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Garganega, Trebbiano di Soave
PRODUCER
Balestri Valda
REGION
Veneto
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Soave Classico Balestri Valda is a white wine from the Veneto region of Italy, produced by Balestri Valda. It originates from the Soave Classico DOC, the historic hillside area known for its volcanic soils. The winery is a family-run estate with a strong commitment to organic and biodynamic farming practices. The 2018 vintage was influenced by a warm season with late-season rain. The wine is primarily made from Garganega grapes, with Trebbiano di Soave also permitted under the appellation's regulations.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Balestri Valda practices organic and biodynamic farming.
Fact 02
The vineyards are situated in the historic Soave Classico zone.
Fact 03
Volcanic soils contribute to the wine's minerality.
Fact 04
The estate keeps beehives to promote biodiversity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Balestri Valda employs gentle pressing of the Garganega and Trebbiano di Soave grapes, followed by temperature-controlled fermentation primarily in stainless steel vats. This technique is used to maintain the wine's freshness and primary fruit characteristics. The wine then typically ages in stainless steel. The winery's viticultural approach includes organic farming and biodynamic principles, with a focus on low yields and hand-harvesting. The 2018 harvest experienced warm weather and rain, impacting yields but the Classico zone's soils and terrain were beneficial.
