This wine is a blend of Garganega, Trebbiano Toscano, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Saorin (believed to be a clone of the Tokay grape and meaning “flavor” in Veronese dialect).

Garganega is the 5th most widely planted white grape in Italy and the main grape used in the production of Soave (it constitutes 70-100% of the blend). Garganega is also a key component in Bianco di Custoza and Colli Euganei.

Very light golden straw in color. Damp, musty, wet cement — fruit is quite subdued on the nose. The damp, musty characteristics were not nearly as noticeable on day 2. On the palate, a bit of citrus, apple, apricot, honey and almond butter. Soft minerality and acidity, medium weight with nice richness and a clean finish.

Very approachable (and only 12.5% alcohol)– certainly a well made wine, but the main thing that excites me about this wine is that it is a Quintarelli — and there probably are other white wines that I would recommend for this level of quality at a lower price point. That being said, a bottle of anything Quintarelli is always memorable — but I think the truly special memories are his red wines.

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