Alpha Zeta, Garganega

Alcohol percentage: 12.5%

Vegan

Area:
From just outside Verona, in north east Italy.

Grape variety:
100% Garganega – the key grape used for Soave.

Producer:
Alpha Zeta is a project run by New Zealander Matt Thomson. He works with co-ops in the Veneto to produce modern, lively wines, always over-delivering on freshness and character at the relevant price.

Maturity potential:
Drink young

The Bottle Shop rating:
This Garganega has long been the ‘house white’ at the Old Bridge Hotel. Light enough to drink easily, but just enough olive and almond undertone to provide interest and food-friendliness.