• GRAPE VARIETIES

    Garganega

    Garganega (gar GAH nae ga) is one of the most important grape in Italy, it is the main component of the Soave DOCG. Garganega seems to like Vulcanic soils a lot. There are many biotypes of Garganega, like for example the Grecanico Dorato in Sicily, and the grape is related to many other important variety. We are working on this Garganega grape description. Please come back soon.Send us an e-mail if you are looking for more info at cheers@drinkitalian.com Two of the best books about Italian grapes, where some of this information come from, are:– Native Grapes of Italy, by Ian d’Agata– Italian Wine Unplugged, by Steve Kim Additionally, you can discover the…