Creamy and rich, the 2011 Soave Classico Vigneto du Lot is so beautifully expressive and profound. There’s nothing obvious about this remarkable wine. Its aromatic evolution spans from crushed mineral and pencil shaving to lemon curd, vanilla custard and sun-kissed apricot. This is a Soave Classico dressed in its Sunday best. It sees six months of oak, of which 20% is new. Those two-fold veins of acidity and minerality will help it age. Drink 2013-2019. Inama is a quality leader in the Soave area and one of northern Italy’s most consistent producers of excellent white wines. On a personal note, I can say that Inama (along with Pieropan, Gini, Suavia and Fattori) plays prominently on my summer wine list. This collection of new vintages is impressive as always. Importer: Dalla Terra Winery Direct, www.dallaterra.com

Aromatic, with ground spice and orchard blossom, this meshes refined acidity with subtle flavors of white peach, chamomile and blanched almond. An underlying note of saline minerality pushes through on the finish. Drink now through 2018. 1,100 cases made, 110 cases imported.??–AN??Region: Italy / Soave Classico Select to Add