Structure

Bodylight
Tanninlow
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishmedium
Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 2 to 5 years from vintage.
vintage2 yrs5 yrs8 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Light-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryMedium finish

Aroma: white peach, almond blossom, citrus, light mineral, white flowers

Palate: lemon zest, almond, white peach, mineral freshness

Rocca Sveva is the flagship quality expression from the Cantina di Soave cooperative; a consistent, well-made Garganega-dominant Superiore DOCG that provides excellent value access to the appellation's almond-mineral character.

What it pairs with

  • Fried calamari with aioli
    Crisp, light Soave acidity cuts through the batter and balances the garlic richness of aioli.
  • Fresh goat cheese on crostini
    Almond freshness and acidity complement the tangy, creamy nature of fresh goat cheese.

How to serve Cantina di Soave Rocca Sveva Soave Classico Superiore

Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.

  1. Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
  2. Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
  3. Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass , the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
  4. Pair with. Fried calamari with aioli, Fresh goat cheese on crostini. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

Rocca Sveva was developed as the Cantina di Soave cooperative's premium quality tier, representing the best hill-grown Garganega from the cooperative's 2,600 member growers. It provides wide accessibility to well-made Soave Classico at cooperative price points.

  1. 1898: Cantina di Soave cooperative founded
  2. 1975: Rocca Sveva label established as the cooperative's quality tier

Facts

Producer
Cantina di Soave · visiting guide
Grapes
Garganega (75%), Trebbiano di Soave (25%)
Classification
Soave Classico DOC
Oak
Stainless steel fermentation; aged 6 months on fine lees
ABV
12.5%
Price
€12-18 at retail
Drinking window
2-5 from vintage
First vintage
1975

Frequently asked about Cantina di Soave Rocca Sveva Soave Classico Superiore

What does Cantina di Soave Rocca Sveva Soave Classico Superiore taste like?

On the nose, white peach, almond blossom, citrus, light mineral, white flowers. On the palate, lemon zest, almond, white peach, mineral freshness. Structurally light-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a medium finish. Rocca Sveva is the flagship quality expression from the Cantina di Soave cooperative; a consistent, well-made Garganega-dominant Superiore DOCG that provides excellent value access to the appellation's almond-mineral character.

When should I drink Cantina di Soave Rocca Sveva Soave Classico Superiore?

Drink 2-5 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.

What food pairs with Cantina di Soave Rocca Sveva Soave Classico Superiore?

Fried calamari with aioli is the canonical pairing; Fresh goat cheese on crostini is the other strong match. Crisp, light Soave acidity cuts through the batter and balances the garlic richness of aioli.

What grapes are in Cantina di Soave Rocca Sveva Soave Classico Superiore?

The blend is Garganega (75%), Trebbiano di Soave (25%). The wine is classified as Soave Classico DOC.

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