Matt Thomson of Blank Canvas makes the Ponte Pietra wines at the Cantina di Monteforte. The name references Verona’s ‘Ponte Pietra’ (stone bridge), which dates back to Roman times, although vines had thrived on the hills outside Verona long before this bridge spanned the Adige River.

The Garganega grapes for this wine were grown on hillside sites situated next to Soave in the Val d'Alpone region. The vineyards have excellent south-east exposure with soils of volcanic origin, and give fruit of great concentration and naturally high sugar levels. The Trebbiano is all Trebbiano di Soave grown in old vineyards in the hilly Monteforte d’Alpone region, an area also known for its volcanic soils which favour the production of grapes that are naturally high in sugar and sapidity.

The wine is pale lemon in colour. On the nose, intense aromas of almond blossom meld with green apple notes. It is lively and crisp on the palate with a touch of marzipan and honey from the Garganega grapes. The fresh citrus flavours carry through onto the finish.

Grapes: Trebbiano - Garganega

Region: Veneto 

Country: Italy

ABV: 12.5% 

Vintage: 2023