This is an Italian wine from the northern part of the country, a region called Veneto. This wine is made up of 60% Tocai Friulano grapes, 25% Pinot Bianco, and 15% Pinot Grigio.
The pour is pale yellow with a hint of light green as well. On the nose I get lots of fruit: mostly pears and apples, and a touch of wet stone (almost salty like a coastal rain shower). Nothing spectacular, but very appealing none the less.
The palatal flavors are a nice mixture between the acidity of good white wine and the fruity dry flavors from these particular grapes. The green apple and pear return from the nose, with a little peach too. The finish is crisp and refreshing. This wine was enjoyed with a variety of things, including Brie and Stanser Rotelli cheeses, steamed mussels, wild boar fettuccine, and pan roasted duck. I would also recommend this on its own, or with other seafood or antipasti dishes.
Rating: 89
Retail: $14
This is definitely worth picking up if you see it; fun, fruity, and cheap - brilliant combo. I enjoyed this as a change-up from the same ol' inexpensive Pinot Grigio.
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