Garganega vs Arneis
Garganega
A late-ripening Veneto white of yellow apple, almond and white flowers, and the principal grape of Soave.
- Yellow apple
- Almond
- White flowers
Recognize it
Medium to high acidity in a light to medium body, with yellow apple, white flowers and a bitter almond note on the finish. Styles are often fresh and unoaked, though richer and more textured examples also exist.
Arneis
A light, dry white from Piedmont, usually unoaked and made to drink young.
- Pear
- White blossom
- Bitter almond
Recognize it
Light to medium-bodied and soft in texture, with a faint bitter almond note on the finish.
How they compare
- SimilarMedium body and an almond-like finish.
- DifferenceArneis is usually more perfumed and pear-driven; Garganega leans more toward yellow apple and white flowers.