White Oltrepò Pavese (Italy)

Oltrepò Pavese is a wine district in Lombardia (Italy).

The white wine grapes cultivated here are: Riesling, Malvasia, Cortese, Sauvignon Blanc, Moscato and Chardonnay.

Typical Flavors


Lemon
Lemon		 Lime
Lime		 Apple
Apple		 Pear
Pear

Peach
Peach		 Herbs
Herbs		 Gooseberry
Gooseberry		 White Roses
Flowers

Honey
Honey		 Nuts
Nuts		 Almonds
Almonds		 Mineral
Minerals

Oltrepò Pavese white wines are aromatic and flowery.

Citrus. Herbs.
Apple. Pear. White Flowers.
Almonds. Hazelnuts. Honey. Mineral.

Profile

The typical Oltrepò Pavese White is dry, crisp, and moderately acidic:

SUGARDry
BODYLight
FRUITLow
ACIDITYMedium
Serving temperature:
8-10°C (46-50°F)

Food Pairing


Aperitif
Aperitif		 Pasta
Pasta		 Vinegar
Balsamico		 Antipasti
Antipasti

Crab
Seafood		 Chicken
Chicken		 Pork
Pork		 Ham
Ham

Oltrepò Pavese is best known as an Aperitif, or as a starter wine for a delicate first course.

Pairing Suggestions

Excellent Pairing:

Lombardian Cuisine. Riso Carnaroli Risotto.
Risotto alla Milanese. Tortelli di Zucca (Pumpkin Ravioli).
Salads. Antipasti. Fish. Light Cheese.

Cheese:
Lightly Smoked Cheese.

Italian Specialities:
Fried Chicken in Lemon Sauce.