White Wine

White Wine

Pinot Grigio

Minerally & Dry Pinot Grigio style is most famous from the northern parts of Italy. The mountains are a powerful force on the agriculture, insuring that the grapes keep their high acidity. This style is the quintessential ‘Pinot Grigio,’ loved for its simplicity.

Style

Dry Light to Medium Bodied

Primary Flavours

Peach, Lemon, Almond, Yellow Apple

Cellaring

Drink now or cellar up to 5 years

Tannin

None

Acidity

Medium to High

Region

Northern Italy

Food Pairing

Pinot Grigio works excellently with white meats and seafood particularly in meals that include a fruit element such as lemons, oranges, peaches or apricots.

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Cantina Colli Morenici Pinot Grigio DOCCantina Vitea Pinot Grigio DOC


Fiano

A fascinating Southern Italian white with a richer, almost waxy texture that’s known to be age worthy. It’s easy to find labeled as Fiano di Avellino from Campania.

Style

Dry Light to Medium Bodied

Primary Flavours

Honeydew, Pear, Hazelnut, Orange Peel

Cellaring

5+ years

Tannin

None

Acidity

Medium

Region

Fiano di Avellino from Campania, Naples

Food Pairing

A richer, and more flavorful white wine like Fiano matches well with savory glazed light meats like orange-rosemary roasted chicken and soy-glazed salmon.


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Falanghina

This variety defines Campania’s signature white. Wines are zesty with peach fruit, minerals, and almond notes.

Style

Dry Light to Medium Bodied

Primary Flavours

Lemon, Citrus, Peach, Honey, Almond

Cellaring

Drink now or cellar for up to 5 years

Tannin

None

Acidity

Medium

Region

Campania, Naples

Food Pairing

Falanghina is a great match with scallops, prawns, or clams. Try it seasoning your dish with lemon, garlic, and parsley.


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 Cavalier Pepe Irpinia Falanghina Doc “Lila”

Moscato

An ancient aromatic white variety that’s available in many styles, from dry to sweet to still, sparkling, and fortified.

Style

Off-Dry, Light Bodied

Primary Flavours

Orange Blossom, Pear, Honeysuckle, Citrus

Cellaring

Drink now or cellar for up to 5 years

Tannin

None

Acidity

Medium to High

Region

Northern Italy

Food Pairing 

All desserts and pastries, biscuits, also fruit and fruit salads


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