2012 - From the steep slopes of Brognoligo, in Monteforte d'Alpone, near Soave, Roccolo del Durlo is a Cru based on volcanic soils and basaltic stones. Two days of maceration on grape skins, smooth, good acidity, sapid, and a very, very long finish. Awesome wine. — 10 years ago
Refreshing, nice summer wine. — 10 years ago
Good nose, some oak very light oak, lacks a little acidity, nice body, medium long length. Nice overall — 12 years ago
Nice spice with pleasant buttery finish and sweetness. — 10 years ago
2012 - From the steep slopes of Brognoligo, in Monteforte d'Alpone, near Soave, Battistelle (former Sacripante) is a Cru based on volcanic soils. Dry softness, good acidity, sapid, and a very, very long finish. Awesome wine. — 10 years ago
2012 Gini Soave Classico, l'espressione di Monteforte d'Alpolne! — 12 years ago
Erik Helms
Sommelier/Wine & Beer Buyer Whole Foods Oakland
Initially very light, but this Soave is not boring. More serious then anticipated with fleshy pear, earthy mushroom, and minerality. This is a hillside sourced Monteforte d' Alpone that brings moderate+ acid and length to the finish. — 9 years ago