Portinari
Portinari works within Soave Superiore Classico, the heartland of northeastern Italy's most prestigious white wine region. The winery focuses on Garganega, the indigenous variety that defines Soave's mineral-driven character and crisp acidity. Three wines anchor the portfolio: Ronchetto Soave Superiore Classico, U.P. Soave, and Albare Soave—each expressing the grape's capacity for complexity and freshness. Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast have rated these releases, reflecting their standing among serious white wine drinkers. Soave Superiore Classico itself demands lower yields and riper fruit than the broader region, resulting in wines with greater depth and aging potential. Portinari's lineup sits squarely in this elevated tier, where Garganega reveals its structural backbone alongside its characteristic stone-fruit and herbal notes.
Critics
Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast