94 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "Celebrating its 50th anniversary (1971-2021), the organic Pieropan 2021 Soave Classico Calvarino has a soft and richly textured side that is contrasted against the bright citrusy and mineral flavors that the Garganega and Trebbiano di Soave grapes are known for. This blend sees 70% of the first grape and 30% of the second, and the wine is aged in cement for up to 15 months. That's the special quality offered by Calvarino, a wine that is modern yet also rooted in local tradition. You get a lot of food-pairing potential out of this bottle, whether it be sushi or roasted chicken. Drink: 2023-2030 (Oct 2023)"
94 points Kerin O'Keefe: "The fantastic 2021 Pieropan Calvarino opens with aromas of Spanish broom, stone fruits, wet pebbles and Alpine herbs. On the savory, structured palate, fresh acidity accompanies ripe apricots, peaches and citrus before closing on notes of saline and white almonds. It shows balance, finesse and great fruit. Drink through 2033. (Jul 2023)"
94 points James Suckling: "The 50th anniversary vintage. The first single vineyard white wine of Italy. Tuffeau and basalt. Calvarino is fermented in cement rather than the tank, as is used for the Classico. A broader sash of orchard fruits, verging toward toffee apple, mingle with ginger, orange blossom, rosemary, sage, almond and jasmine. 20-30% Trebbiano di Soave due to its affinity with volcanic soils. Saline and sappy, whilst also resinous and intense. A powerful wine that is paradoxically pixelated of detail, immensely saline and beautifully light on its feet. The sort of wine I challenge anyone not to love. Drinkable now, but best from 2025. (4/20/23)"
Producer notes: "The Calvarino vineyard is located in the heart of the classic area of ??Soave and represents for the company the old family estate, purchased in 1901. The name Calvarino derives from "little Calvary", due to the difficulty of working the land and due to the winding to reach the bottom. The first label dates back to 1971 and represents the most faithful and authentic expression of Soave wine."
94 points Kerin O'Keefe: "The fantastic 2021 Pieropan Calvarino opens with aromas of Spanish broom, stone fruits, wet pebbles and Alpine herbs. On the savory, structured palate, fresh acidity accompanies ripe apricots, peaches and citrus before closing on notes of saline and white almonds. It shows balance, finesse and great fruit. Drink through 2033. (Jul 2023)"
94 points James Suckling: "The 50th anniversary vintage. The first single vineyard white wine of Italy. Tuffeau and basalt. Calvarino is fermented in cement rather than the tank, as is used for the Classico. A broader sash of orchard fruits, verging toward toffee apple, mingle with ginger, orange blossom, rosemary, sage, almond and jasmine. 20-30% Trebbiano di Soave due to its affinity with volcanic soils. Saline and sappy, whilst also resinous and intense. A powerful wine that is paradoxically pixelated of detail, immensely saline and beautifully light on its feet. The sort of wine I challenge anyone not to love. Drinkable now, but best from 2025. (4/20/23)"
Producer notes: "The Calvarino vineyard is located in the heart of the classic area of ??Soave and represents for the company the old family estate, purchased in 1901. The name Calvarino derives from "little Calvary", due to the difficulty of working the land and due to the winding to reach the bottom. The first label dates back to 1971 and represents the most faithful and authentic expression of Soave wine."
| Product SKU | 346501 |
| Producer | Pieropan |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| Varietal | Other White Wines |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| Blend | 70% Garganega, 30% Trebbiano di Soave |
| ABV | 12.5% |
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