Feudi
di San Gregorio 2003 Pietra Calda
The Fiano grape has grown in Campania since
the time of Greek occupation and, after near extinction,
is now rapidly regaining popularity. This wine is thoroughly
enjoyable with a characteristically complex blend of flavors
that include hazelnut and pear laced with mineral and
earthy accents.
Laila
2002 Verdicchio Lailum
Late harvested, hand-picked and barrel fermented: great care and contemplation
are lavished on the grapes that make this fascinating take on Verdicchio.
Heady with perfumes of tropical fruit and honeysuckle, voluptuous with
an exuberant fruitiness and a round, mouth-filling texture. A fine, persistent
finish.
Scarbolo 2001 Pinot Grigio
Bright straw yellow with a green tinge releases tart green
apples, pears, and fresh greenery. Impressively complex
on the palate, which shows more fruit with fresh acidity
leading to hints of toasty nuts on the finish.
Fondo
Antico 2002 Il Coro
Grillo was at one time the preferred varietal in the blend
for the fortified wine Marsala along with Catarratto.
Today producers like Fondo Antico are taking advantage
of the grape's high sugar content to produce full-bodied
wines with evident notes of nuts and honeyed fruit.
DeLucia 2003 Falanghina
Medium gold in the glass, the nose is brillantly vibrant with notes of pear,
lemon, and honey. On the palate, the flavors continue to evolve and are
complimented by a touch of nuttiness on the finish. Refreshingly clean,
this is a healthy medium-full bodied white wine.
Alois 2004 Caiati
An elegant wine showing golden yellow with green highlights.
Delicate nose and a dry, fresh palate that is pleasantly
playful.
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Bastianich
2002 Vespa Bianco
This is the flagship white of the estate – a blend of
Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and a touch of Picolit –
vinified half in stainless steel and half in barrique. Winner
of Three Glasses from Gambero Rosso two years in a row, this
wine is an exercise in balance and power.
Villa
Sparina 2004 Montej Bianco
Fresh herbs, apple and chalk on the nose. Dense in atypical thickness and glycerine.
Pear, citrus and flint fill-out the palate. Lean, distinguished and pleasingly
reticent in fruit character.
Sartarelli
2003 Verdicchio 'Tralivio'
On the nose, this golden-yellow, hay-colored wine offers intense
but elegant and clean notes of honey, hawthorn, and apricot
followed by more delicate but equally seductive aromas of
pineapple, chamomile, quince, and hazelnut. Soft, round, and
fresh in the mouth, it is well balanced, with good body and
a long finish of chamomile, pear, honey, and almond.
Vesevo 2004 Fiano di Avellino
The wine is at its best fresh and in the summer. A light,
golden green color. Aromas showing tangerine, pine, and a
soft minerality. Ample supplies of ripe pear and melon come
though on the palate accented by a herbaceous touch. Refreshing
with lush acidity.
Bastianich
2004 Tocai Friulano
Tocai is firm but balanced in acidity with ripe tropical fruit and mineral
tones. A classic match with Friuli's prosciutto and cured meats. This wine
displays the typical floral and fruit tones of Tocai and is unusually fresh
and bright.
Movia
2002 Pinot Grigio
Excellent balance is showcased in this Pinot, with a richness
and depth of flavor supported by ripe pear, nectarine, tangerine
and hints of spice. Refreshing acidity make for a delightfully
crisp wine. Excellent varietal character, with a lasting finish
reminiscent of juicy fruit.
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