92 points Kerin O'Keefe: "From one of the hottest and driest vintages ever recorded, the 2022 Pieropan Soave Classico shows remarkably well. It boasts ripe tropical fruit aromas, a glycerine-like texture and flavors of mature apricot, juicy pineapple, orange drop and green melon before closing on a hint of saline. Garganega suffered less than Trebbiano di Soave, and in 2022 there is slightly more Garganega than usual, 90% instead of the usual 85%. (Jul 2023)"
92 points James Suckling: "Brothers Dario, the oenologist and Andrea, the agronomist, are responsible for more than 70ha of proprietary vineyards across both volcanic and limestone sites, while championing the indigenous varieties, Garganega and Trebbiano di Soave. Telltale aromas of white pepper, jasmine and ripe orchard fruit accents. While this is a blend from a litany of sites, each is vinified separately before blending. A fine smoky plume across an effortless, tenacious finish. A delicious, easygoing and highly fidelitous expression of the region. Drink or hold. (Apr 2023)"
92 points Wine Enthusiast: "This elegant wine is a classic and standard bearer of Soave. It shines with aromas of ripe Fuji apple, orange blossom, marzipan and lemon oil. Cool and crisp on the palate as if biting into a perfect apple, this wine shines with amazing textural depth and finishes with vibrant acidity. (Sep 2023)"
91 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The organic Pieropan 2022 Soave Classico (in a screw-cap bottle) is beautifully fresh and balanced with citrus, white peach and crushed stone. The aromatic assembly is simple, but that's exactly what attracts you to a wine like this (made with 85% Garganega and 15% Trebbiano di Soave in cement tanks). It falls easily over the palate, refreshing along the way, reviving the senses and definitely inviting the next sip. Drink 2023-2027 (Oct 2023)"
91 points Falstaff Guide: "Pale straw yellow with a green sheen. Fine-smelling aroma, yellow apple and pear as well as a hint of lemon, discreet herbal savouriness behind. On the palate it is clear and refreshing, tangy, lively acidity, animating, salty finish. (Dec 2023)"
91 points Decanter: "Soft floral nose with hints of lavender and white blossom. Bright, breezy, and ripe, a classically styled Soave. There is underlying pear and bitter almond, fresh walnut skin and subtle saltiness. Very pretty with vibrant acidity. Nominated by Michael Hill Smith MW. Drinking window 2024-2030 (Nov 2023)"
90 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2022 Soave Classico is a total pleasure on the nose. Sweet smoke and mint nuances complement tropical green melon notes. This soothes with its soft textures while stimulating the senses with a zesty mix of brisk acidity and candied citrus. It tapers off crisp and clean with an inner floral resonance as lemon oil traces slowly fade. I would drink this any night of the week. What a treat. (Lot# 15.02.23) Drink 2023-2026 (Mar 2023)"
92 points James Suckling: "Brothers Dario, the oenologist and Andrea, the agronomist, are responsible for more than 70ha of proprietary vineyards across both volcanic and limestone sites, while championing the indigenous varieties, Garganega and Trebbiano di Soave. Telltale aromas of white pepper, jasmine and ripe orchard fruit accents. While this is a blend from a litany of sites, each is vinified separately before blending. A fine smoky plume across an effortless, tenacious finish. A delicious, easygoing and highly fidelitous expression of the region. Drink or hold. (Apr 2023)"
92 points Wine Enthusiast: "This elegant wine is a classic and standard bearer of Soave. It shines with aromas of ripe Fuji apple, orange blossom, marzipan and lemon oil. Cool and crisp on the palate as if biting into a perfect apple, this wine shines with amazing textural depth and finishes with vibrant acidity. (Sep 2023)"
91 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The organic Pieropan 2022 Soave Classico (in a screw-cap bottle) is beautifully fresh and balanced with citrus, white peach and crushed stone. The aromatic assembly is simple, but that's exactly what attracts you to a wine like this (made with 85% Garganega and 15% Trebbiano di Soave in cement tanks). It falls easily over the palate, refreshing along the way, reviving the senses and definitely inviting the next sip. Drink 2023-2027 (Oct 2023)"
91 points Falstaff Guide: "Pale straw yellow with a green sheen. Fine-smelling aroma, yellow apple and pear as well as a hint of lemon, discreet herbal savouriness behind. On the palate it is clear and refreshing, tangy, lively acidity, animating, salty finish. (Dec 2023)"
91 points Decanter: "Soft floral nose with hints of lavender and white blossom. Bright, breezy, and ripe, a classically styled Soave. There is underlying pear and bitter almond, fresh walnut skin and subtle saltiness. Very pretty with vibrant acidity. Nominated by Michael Hill Smith MW. Drinking window 2024-2030 (Nov 2023)"
90 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2022 Soave Classico is a total pleasure on the nose. Sweet smoke and mint nuances complement tropical green melon notes. This soothes with its soft textures while stimulating the senses with a zesty mix of brisk acidity and candied citrus. It tapers off crisp and clean with an inner floral resonance as lemon oil traces slowly fade. I would drink this any night of the week. What a treat. (Lot# 15.02.23) Drink 2023-2026 (Mar 2023)"
| Product SKU | 349958 |
| Producer | Pieropan |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| SubRegion | Soave Superiore DOCG |
| Varietal | Other White Blends |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 12.0% |
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