Latium Morini Campo Le Calle Soave (75cl, 13.5%)

A still white wine from Veneto made entirely from Garganega. It is distinguished by a 12-day appassimento drying period before fermentation, a technique more often associated with Recioto, which gives unusual richness and concentration for Soave. The grapes are hand-harvested, then destemmed and macerated on skins for 12 hours, before fermentation in stainless steel at a maximum of 15°C over 20 to 25 days. The bouquet opens with acacia flower and white orchard blossoms, moving into peach and apricot with a hint of exotic fruit, plus faint herbal and mineral undertones. The palate is ripe and round, with creamy pear and white peach, then dried apricot, candied ginger, dried pineapple and tangy acidity, with a touch of bitter almond. The finish is medium in length, honeyed and lightly mineral, with candied lemon drop and a subtle return of bitter almond.