In the glass
Aroma: white peach, almond, basalt mineral, citrus blossom, herb, fennel
Palate: almond paste, white peach, saline mineral, fennel, lemon zest
Inama's Oratorio di San Lorenzo is the estate's second single-vineyard Soave Superiore from the adjacent San Lorenzo parcel, showing the same volcanic basalt minerality as Foscarino but with a slightly more herbal, fennel-accented character.
What it pairs with
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Baccala mantecato on polenta
The wine's saline mineral character and herbal freshness balance the creamy salt cod purée. -
Grilled calamari with lemon
Clean mineral Soave is the definitive accompaniment to grilled calamari with citrus.
How to serve Inama Oratorio di San Lorenzo Soave Superiore DOCG
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. Baccala mantecato on polenta, Grilled calamari with lemon. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Inama's Oratorio di San Lorenzo (named for the historic chapel on the vineyard plot) was added as the estate's second single-vineyard Soave Superiore to demonstrate the distinct character of the San Lorenzo parcel versus the adjacent Foscarino.
- 2000 — First Oratorio di San Lorenzo Soave Superiore DOCG release from Inama
Facts
- Producer
- Inama Azienda Agricola
- Grapes
- Garganega (100%)
- Classification
- Soave Superiore DOCG
- Oak
- Stainless steel fermentation; aged 8 months on fine lees in stainless steel
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- €22-35 at retail
- Drinking window
- 4-10 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2000
Frequently asked about Inama Oratorio di San Lorenzo Soave Superiore DOCG
What does Inama Oratorio di San Lorenzo Soave Superiore DOCG taste like?
On the nose, white peach, almond, basalt mineral, citrus blossom, herb. On the palate, almond paste, white peach, saline mineral, fennel, lemon zest. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, racy acidity with a long finish. Inama's Oratorio di San Lorenzo is the estate's second single-vineyard Soave Superiore from the adjacent San Lorenzo parcel, showing the same volcanic basalt minerality as Foscarino but with a slightly more herbal, fennel-accented character.
When should I drink Inama Oratorio di San Lorenzo Soave Superiore DOCG?
Drink 4-10 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Inama Oratorio di San Lorenzo Soave Superiore DOCG?
Baccala mantecato on polenta is the canonical pairing; Grilled calamari with lemon is the other strong match. The wine's saline mineral character and herbal freshness balance the creamy salt cod purée.
What grapes are in Inama Oratorio di San Lorenzo Soave Superiore DOCG?
The blend is Garganega (100%). The wine is classified as Soave Superiore DOCG.