This wine is a star of the very small Custoza DOC appellation in the western part of the Veneto region, near Lake Garda. Opening the bottle is like plunging into a wonderful garden of aromatic white flowers. A couple years of age on this “Custoza Superiore” does amazing things in
A classic white wine blend from a little-known area near the famed Lake Garda, in the Veneto region of Italy. The wine is medium-light bodied, with a whisper of pineapple in the aroma, more light tropical & citrus notes on the palate, and a lightly-mineral, crisp finish. This is an
From the organic Aquila del Torre Winery in the extreme northeastern region of Italy Imagine a wine that is layered and deep, echoing the soil and the hillside terroir where it is grown. And this is a white wine – perhaps not exactly what you might be expecting, since more
Hints of oak and vanilla flow under melon and pear on the nose. Apple, pear, and Meyer lemon, with vanilla and a touch of toast make a complex palate. It has bright acidity and a soft, round mouth-feel. This is an excellent, rich, round, complex wine, with a sophistication several
The nose is highly perfumed, with aromas of white flowers, pears, and a hint of coconut. The fruit is more simple on the palate, apple and a touch of banana, with lime zest finish. Drink with fried chicken. Recommended. 87 points. DBH WHO: Lula Cellars WHAT: Gewurztraminer WHEN: 2017 WHERE:
Melon, sweet lemon, and a hint of ginger come through on the nose. Nectarine and mandarin orange pop on the palate, ginger joins on the mid-palate, and sweet lemon lingers. Drink with crab-stuffed flounder. Highly Recommended. 91 points. DBH WHO: Dry Creek Vineyard WHAT: Dry Chenin Blanc WHEN: 2017 WHERE:
