Arneis is Piedmont’s (or at least the Langhe sub-region’s) arguably leading white grape and I have enjoyed a number of great Arneis wines. Paitin’s Elisa is one of the best out there. The wine is both floral and fruity, with stone fruit and tropical fruit notes well blended in both the aromas and basic flavors. Elisa’s rich acidity makes it easy to pair with food. Roast turkey comes to mind — making this a perfect grab before Thanksgiving — but a lighter-sauced pasta or seafood would be equally as scrumptious. At $25, you will wow your friends and family with a bright, fresh, and food friendly wine.
Paitin, Roero (Piedmont, Italy) Arneis 2021
By Vince Simmon