Pra Staforte Soave Classico 2005

Pra Staforte Soave Classico 2005

A step up from the Pra Soave Classico and if you tilt your head just right….one that could be stylistically compared to a Hunter Semillon with a bit of age under its belt.

Sergio and Graziano Pra are the men behind this 20ha estate near Monteforte (one called Staforte in the Middle Ages….hence the name) in Veneto’s Soave Classico district.

100% Gargenaga, matured in stainless steel….the tanks actually have paddles on the base which turn to keep the fine lees in suspension….this takes place for 6-8 months before bottling.

Light, pale gold in colour with aromas of pear, grapefruit and stone-fruits with hints of toast, hay, soft spices, hazelnut and minerals…it is a quite rich smelling wine with flashes of marzipan and nougat in the ofactory fringes.

The richness on the nose flows onto the palate which shows and fantastic, creamy texture from the lees work, lovely palate weight and an incisive drive across the palate. Again, citrus and stonefruits predominately with soft spice, almond and hazelnuts, white flowers and a clean line of minerally acidity.

The wine shows great harmony and finishes with a lingering vapour tail of toastiness….superb stuff….would be awesome with grilled Coffin Bay Scallops.

Rated: Outstanding
Value:
RRP: $60
Alcohol: 13.5%
Closure: Cork
Drink: 2010-2016
Tasted: 23/11/09 Open Label
Importer: Negociants

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