95 points/'Cellar Selection,' Wine Enthusiast: "[$40 list] Racy, bone-dry and loaded with tension, this intriguing white offers delicate scents of white spring flower, botanical herb, pear and hazelnut. The mineral-driven, focused palate features nectarine, Meyer lemon, rosemary and tangy mineral notes evoking briny oyster shell alongside crisp acidity. Drink through 2030. Alcohol 12.5%. (Sep 2021)"
94 points James Suckling: "Beautiful aromas of jasmine, dried apple, lemon zest, acacia honey, flint and sea salt. It’s medium-bodied with bright acidity. Focused and refined with a long, mineral finish. Excellent expression. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. (2/5/21)"
92 points Wine Spectator: "A well-cut white, light- to medium-bodied and finely-knit, framing flavors of nectarine and guava fruit, grated ginger and cherry blossom. Lip-smacking acidity and a streak of rich, chalky minerality echoes on the finish. Drink now through 2026. (2021)"
91 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2018 Soave Classico Calvarino lifts up with a rich yet perfumed display of musky peach, apricot and dusty yellow florals. It’s silky in texture, contrasted by mineral-tinged orchard fruits and hints of green citrus. This turns savory and even salty through the finale, tapering off to hints of ginger and spice. The 2018 Calvarino is already very easy to like, but it would also benefit from a few years of cellaring. Drink: 2022-2028. (Feb 2021)"
Producer notes: "Brilliant straw yellow color with greenish hints. The delicate nose is reminiscent of almond blossoms and marzipan. Good depth of fruit on the palate, nicely balanced by a zingy acidity that enhances its long length. This wine makes an excellent partner for soups, starters, especially vegetable based such as asparagus, peas, courgette, egg-based dishes or seafood and fresh water fish dishes. It is an excellent aperitif, especially when served with simple canapés."
94 points James Suckling: "Beautiful aromas of jasmine, dried apple, lemon zest, acacia honey, flint and sea salt. It’s medium-bodied with bright acidity. Focused and refined with a long, mineral finish. Excellent expression. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. (2/5/21)"
92 points Wine Spectator: "A well-cut white, light- to medium-bodied and finely-knit, framing flavors of nectarine and guava fruit, grated ginger and cherry blossom. Lip-smacking acidity and a streak of rich, chalky minerality echoes on the finish. Drink now through 2026. (2021)"
91 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2018 Soave Classico Calvarino lifts up with a rich yet perfumed display of musky peach, apricot and dusty yellow florals. It’s silky in texture, contrasted by mineral-tinged orchard fruits and hints of green citrus. This turns savory and even salty through the finale, tapering off to hints of ginger and spice. The 2018 Calvarino is already very easy to like, but it would also benefit from a few years of cellaring. Drink: 2022-2028. (Feb 2021)"
Producer notes: "Brilliant straw yellow color with greenish hints. The delicate nose is reminiscent of almond blossoms and marzipan. Good depth of fruit on the palate, nicely balanced by a zingy acidity that enhances its long length. This wine makes an excellent partner for soups, starters, especially vegetable based such as asparagus, peas, courgette, egg-based dishes or seafood and fresh water fish dishes. It is an excellent aperitif, especially when served with simple canapés."
| Product SKU | 702983 |
| Producer | Pieropan |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| Varietal | Other White Wines |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 12.5% |
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