In the glass
Aroma: white flowers, citrus, green apple, light almond
Palate: crisp citrus, mineral, light orchard fruit, clean acidity
The Piona family's benchmark Bianco di Custoza. The DOC requires a minimum of five grape varieties, and Cavalchina's multi-varietal blend from morainic glacial soils south of Lake Garda delivers a crisp, food-friendly white with genuine complexity from the variety mix.
What it pairs with
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Grilled Garda lake fish
Crisp acidity and mineral freshness are the natural partner for the region's lake fish. -
Risotto alle erbe (herb risotto)
The wine's floral and citrus notes echo green herbs in a light risotto. -
Antipasto di verdure grigliate
Light acidity and mineral freshness complement grilled vegetables without overwhelming.
How to serve Cavalchina Bianco di Custoza
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass , the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Grilled Garda lake fish, Risotto alle erbe (herb risotto), Antipasto di verdure grigliate. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Cavalchina at Sommacampagna was one of the pioneer estates at the Bianco di Custoza DOC's inception in 1971. The morainic amphitheatre south of Lake Garda is a glacially deposited mix of different soils ideal for white wine blends. The Piona family has championed the multi-varietal Custoza style since the DOC's foundation.
- 1971 — Bianco di Custoza DOC established; Cavalchina among the founding producers.
- 1974 — Cavalchina officially launched as an estate; first Bianco di Custoza DOC production.
Facts
- Producer
- Cavalchina
- Grapes
- Trebbiano Toscano (35%), Garganega (25%), Cortese (20%), Bianca Fernanda (10%), Riesling Italico (10%)
- Classification
- Bianco di Custoza DOC
- Oak
- No oak; stainless steel with controlled temperature
- ABV
- 12.0%
- Price
- EUR 10-15 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-4 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1974
Frequently asked about Cavalchina Bianco di Custoza
What does Cavalchina Bianco di Custoza taste like?
On the nose, white flowers, citrus, green apple, light almond. On the palate, crisp citrus, mineral, light orchard fruit, clean acidity. Structurally light-bodied, high acidity with a dry and refreshing finish. The Piona family's benchmark Bianco di Custoza. The DOC requires a minimum of five grape varieties, and Cavalchina's multi-varietal blend from morainic glacial soils south of Lake Garda delivers a crisp, food-friendly white with genuine complexity from the variety mix.
When should I drink Cavalchina Bianco di Custoza?
Drink 1-4 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Cavalchina Bianco di Custoza?
Grilled Garda lake fish is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Risotto alle erbe (herb risotto) and Antipasto di verdure grigliate. Crisp acidity and mineral freshness are the natural partner for the region's lake fish.
What grapes are in Cavalchina Bianco di Custoza?
The blend is Trebbiano Toscano (35%), Garganega (25%), Cortese (20%), Bianca Fernanda (10%), Riesling Italico (10%). The wine is classified as Bianco di Custoza DOC.