Italian Whites
When I think of the Italian wines I love, they’re almost always red—an earthy Tuscan brunello or a bold barolo. But people who know much more about wine than I do have been urging me to try Italian whites this year, insisting that it isn’t just about pinot grigio anymore. Convinced that there’s a trend afoot I should pay attention to, I listened—and I’m glad I did. The whites I’ve tried are crisp, full of flavor and body, and offer the added excitement of discovery. My favorite: Ornellaia’s 2016 Poggio alle Gazze ($75). A blend of sauvignon blanc, viognier and vermentino, the wine is bright with flavors of peach and grapefruit, and notes of almond and honey. Others worth checking out include Le Macchiole Paleo Bianco 2016 ($85), Petrolo Bòggina B 2016 ($75) and Frescobaldi Gorgona 2017 ($150).
