Suavia Monte Carbonare Soave Classico 2021

A magnificent single-vineyard volcanic white wine crafted by the Tessari sisters from 100% Garganega grapes grown on the black basalt soils of the Monte Carbonare hill. Aged for 12 months on its fine lees in stainless steel to capture pure terroir expression, this 2021 vintage displays an intensely mineral and creamy profile. It bursts with captivating aromas of citrus blossom, golden apples, and fresh field herbs, underpinned by unmistakable smoky flint, sharp volcanic salinity, and a remarkably long, bone-dry finish.

Food Pairing: Pairs flawlessly with pan-seared white fish, truffle-infused vegetable risottos, seafood pasta, or medium-aged artisanal cheeses.

95 Points - Wine Enthusiast 

One of the most important crus of Soave, this Monte Carbonare boasts aromas of roast peach, warmed apples, and drying flowers that will mesmerize any that come in contact. The palate is a revelation yielding a wine that is rich, honeyed, and mouthwatering with flavors of hazelnut, dried smoked apricots, and an abundance of minerality. A complete wine that sits at the top of its class, it's as good as they come. Drink Now - 2040

95 Points - James Suckling

Red volcanic ferrous soils with ample black basalt strewn amidst. Suits the later ripening Garganega, while screw cap promotes the freshness sought at this address. 6 ha. 60-70 year vines on a cooler site, rising to the creme of top quality sites as the climate warms. A richer wine than the younger Classico, but without the same sassy vitality. While the Classico is an unbeatable everyday wine, this is a complex wine demanding food and a little more contemplation. Mirabelle, apricot pith, a whiff of dried mango and plenty of smoky, pungent mineral grip, with dutiful freshness towing tenacious length. Drinkable now, but best from 2025.

92 Points - Wine Spectator 

There's a broad feel to the well-meshed flavors of yellow apple, persimmon, pink grapefruit sorbet and blanched almond on display in this elegant white. At the same time, this bright version is trimmed nicely by well-cut acidity, with a crackle of sea salt–like salinity. Accents of tangerine zest, jasmine and warm spices play on the finish. Drink now through 2031. 3,500 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.