Tasting notes
Sugar, Fruity, Acidity, Body · Sweet
Food pairings
These dishes match this appellation's flavour profile.
- Top pickCaramelized Pear Tarte TatinDessert
The candied pears and caramel recall the sweetness and fruitiness of the wine, while the acidity of the pastry balances the sweetness to prevent it from being too heavy.
- Grilled swordfish rolls with citrus sauce
Savory and smoky meat balances the intense sweetness of the wine; the citrus sauce reinforces the acidity and cleanses the palate between sips.
- Thin caramelized pear and almond tartDessert
Melting pears and caramel reflecting the wine's sweetness; the almond provides a slightly fatty texture balanced by acidity, creating harmony on the mid-palate.
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- Cured cheese with fig jam and walnuts
The creamy texture of the cheese and the sweetness of the jam balance the fruity and sugary liveliness of the wine, while the walnuts add a textural counterpoint and a slight bitterness.
- Creamy gorgonzola and caramelized pear risotto
Creamy and slightly savory, the dish enhances the fruity sweetness and soft structure of the wine, while the acidity prevents it from being cloying.
- Fresh apricot and almond cream tartletDessert
The natural acidity of the ripe fruit and the sweetness of the almond create a perfect resonance with the stone fruit notes and the slightly honeyed finish of the tasting.
Common varieties
Garganega
Garganega is a white grape variety native to Italy, mainly cultivated in the Veneto region. It is used to produce dry and fresh white wines, with aromas of citrus and white-fleshed fruits.