Sopressa and Soave Wine
Sopressa, a typical italian salumi made exclusively in Veneto accompanies very well with a good Soave wine. It sounds like a pretentious desire, but our happiness sometimes depends on small indulgences, just enough to pamper ourselves and explore once again the Veronese hills of Soave, a generous territory with many proposals for wine tourism.
The Soave territory overlooks gentle slopes covered with vineyards, encompassing centuries of history and tradition, offering visitors a unique experience blending art, architecture, and gastronomy.
Why Soave
The roots of the village of Soave sink into ancient times when, even during Roman times, it was an important inhabited center along the Via Postumia. However, it is with the arrival of the Swabians, also known as Suabians, that Soave begins to outline its identity, so much so that it derives its name precisely from this ancient population. Over the centuries, Soave has experienced the vicissitudes of barbarian invasions, Venetian domination, Austrian and French occupation, until it became part of the Lombardo-Venetian Kingdom and then of unified Italy in the 19th century.
If you want to experience another experience in the Soave territory
The Soave Wine Road: A Journey Through Vineyards and Traditions
In the heart of this land rich in history and beauty lies the Soave Wine Road, a route that crosses the Scaliger hills and offers travelers an experience among vineyards, wineries, and gastronomic delights. Established in 1999, the Soave Wine Road today counts about 130 members divided among wineries, farmhouses, restaurants, hotels, and other entities linked to the production and enhancement of local typical products.
A Gastronomic Journey Among the Excellence of Soave
To further enrich our gastronomic journey through the Soave territory, let’s start our tour from the Ca’Rugate Winery, known for the production of high-quality wines in the area.
Founded in Montecchia di Crosara, Ca’Rugate has been a point of reference for wine production in the Veronese territory for generations, mainly where the territory of Soave Classico Wine corresponds.
Tasting Notes – Soave Monte Fiorentine by Ca’Rugate
At the tasting, the Monte Fiorentine presents itself with a deep straw yellow color, an invitation to the sensory journey that the palate is about to embark on.
The nose is wrapped in fine and delicate notes of exotic fruits and citrus, anticipating a soft, persistent, and savory taste. It is a structured wine that expresses itself best after 1-2 years of bottle aging, giving the taster an unforgettable experience.
The Museum
Not to be forgotten is a visit to the Ca’ Rugate Wine Museum: an exhibition of over 150 tools and equipment used by the Tessari family in 100 years of winemaking activity.
Imagine a scenario set in a farmhouse from the post-World War II period, documenting the entire wine production process, from the arrival of the grapes in the courtyard to aging and bottling in the cellar.
Discovering the Sopressa
In the picturesque Veronese province of Roncà, the heart of local culinary tradition stands out, celebrating the gastronomic excellences that have made the region famous. Among these, the “Sopressa Veneta” stands out as an icon of authentic Veneto flavors, bringing with it a history rich in tradition and artisanal passion.
Originally dating back to the 1800s when it was produced in the city by numerous salumai, the Sopressa Veneta has always been a undisputed protagonist on Venetian tables, with its slightly arched profile, compact texture, and delicately sweet and spicy flavor that distinguishes it.
Gastronomic Journey
The gastronomic journey would not be complete without a stop at the La Casara Roncolato , where you can taste the protagonist of the territory: the Sopressa di Brenton.
Produced with mastery and passion by the third generation of the Roncolato family, this rare gastronomic delight represents excellence in the Veronese culinary panorama.
Authentic flavors, typicality, and genuineness merge in every slice of this delicacy, testifying to the importance of local products for the economy and identity of a territory.
In the panorama of Veronese cold cuts, Sopressa holds a place of honor, along with other delicacies such as “Stortina,” a short, curved salami particularly loved by gourmets from the Bassa Veronese.
Veneto Passion
These family realities represent the very essence of Venetian tradition, with the production of high-quality wines and delicious cheeses that tell centuries of history and passion.
Furthermore, the Soave territory is experiencing a moment of recognition with the initiation of the process of inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage list and Agricultural Heritage of Global Importance for the Vineyard Hills of Soave.
Finally, the Sopressa Veneta and the Soave Wine Road represent the transmission of traditions in a journey through the flavors and customs of one of the most fascinating regions of Italy.
