Soave Classico Vin Soave 2024, Inama

On the nose, this Soave is all about quiet beauty. Aromas unfold gently—honeysuckle, jasmine, ripe pear, and golden apple take center stage, with a soft accent of almond skin and wet stone. There's a floral delicacy here, balanced by just enough citrus zest to give lift and energy. A swirl in the glass reveals hints of white tea and chamomile.

The palate is graceful and mineral-driven, with flavors of orchard fruit, lemon pith, and a touch of fennel. There’s a pleasing creaminess from lees aging, which wraps around a stony, saline core. The finish is long, dry, and slightly nutty—an elegant reminder of the volcanic soils underfoot. This is a white wine that whispers, not shouts, and rewards attention with each sip.

About the Winery

At the foot of the Veneto’s volcanic hills, Inama has spent over half a century quietly redefining what Soave can be. Founded in the 1960s by Giuseppe Inama, the estate began with a radical vision: to make white wines of depth and character from a region often overlooked. While others chased volume, Giuseppe focused on site, soil, and soul.

Today, the winery is run by Giuseppe’s son Stefano and grandchildren Alessio and Luca—each generation adding their own spark while preserving the original commitment to quality. The estate’s vineyards are all located within the historic Soave Classico zone, where ancient volcanic soils lend a distinctive mineral streak to the wines. These dark, basalt-rich slopes are the secret behind Soave’s potential for elegance, longevity, and complexity.

Inama farms organically and harvests by hand, relying on low-intervention methods that highlight the nuances of the Garganega grape. The family believes in minimal manipulation: native yeasts, stainless steel fermentation, and a thoughtful touch of lees aging are used to bring out texture and purity without overshadowing the fruit.

While best known for their whites, Inama also produces powerful, elegant reds from nearby Colli Berici—including Carmenère, a surprising success in the clay-limestone hills south of Vicenza. But at the core of the estate’s identity is “Vin Soave,” their flagship bottling and a masterclass in what everyday white wine can be: expressive, honest, and quietly profound.

Inama stands as both steward and innovator, proving that Soave is not just a name on a label, but a place with immense winemaking potential.