Garganega (Italy)

Garganega is a grape from the Veneto region of Italy.

It is the main grape in the Soave white wine.

Typical Flavors

Lemon

Pear

Peach

Melon

Almonds

Flowers

Herbs

Salt

Citrus, Pear, Peach, and Melon are typical Garganega flavors, with delicate Almond and Floral notes, and hints of Herbs and salty Minerals.

Profile

Soave wines are dry, with a fruity note and a good acidity:

Dry

Medium

Medium

Medium - High

Serving temperature:
10-12°C (50-54°F)

Food Pairing

Antipasti

Salads

Asparagus

Pasta

Lobster

Fish

Bigoli

Risotto

Seafood

Chicken

Pork

Ham

Garganega is very food friendly.

Italian. Spanish. International. Asian. Mexican. Vegetarian.

Pairing Suggestions

Excellent Pairing:
Antipasti. Tapas. Sushi.
Prosciutto. Carpaccio. Salami.
Boiled. Grilled. Fried White Fish.
Seafood Pasta. Shrimp Risotto. Creamy Risotto.
Bacalao. Paella. Sardines.
Creamy Soups. Fish Soup.
Egg Dishes. Quiche. Pie.
Fowl. Roasted Chicken. Chicken Salad.
White Meat. Pork. Veal. Game.
Asparagus. Pesto. Spinach. Roasted Vegetables.

Cheese:
Medium Cheeses. Cheese Soufflé.

Italian Specialities:
Risi e Bisi (Risotto with Green Peas).
Polenta.
Baccalá alla Vicentina (Dry Cod Stockfish Vicenza Style)

If You Like Garganega

The Ideal Glass

A Tulip Shaped glass is the best choice for a dry white wine.

It guides the wine to the center of your mouth, avoiding the sides, where acidity is less pleasant.

A smaller bowl also helps to serve smaller quantities, and keep the wine cold.

Remember to hold the glass by the stem!

Veneto

Veneto is famous for its capital Venezia, and the wines Prosecco, Soave, and Amarone.

Garganega (Italy)

Typical Flavors

Profile

Food Pairing

Pairing Suggestions

If You Like Garganega

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The Ideal Glass

Veneto

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