If you are looking for Champagne-like acidity to cut through a particular dish but don’t want the carbonation, this is a wine that promises to delight. To say that it is bright won’t quite get the idea across — think of it as a paparazzi photo swarm of flashes popping. All that brightness carries pineapple, coconut, lemon and a dash of mint through a midpalate with good texture to a crisp and cleansing finish that leave a bold retronasal fruit impression. In other words, feel free to sauce things up when pairing.
Torre de Palma, Alentejano (Portugal) Arinto – Alvarinho 2021
By Rich Cook