Tua Rita Perlato del Bosco Bianco is a white blend wine that is produced by Tua Rita winery in Tuscany, Italy. This wine is made from a blend of Vermentino, Viognier, and Ansonica grapes, which are grown in the vineyards surrounding the winery. It has a bright yellow color with greenish hues, and the nose is filled with intense floral and fruity aromas of white flowers, peach, and pear. On the palate, it is fresh, crisp, and lively with a good acidity level that balances the wine's sweetness. It has a long, persistent finish with a mineral aftertaste. This wine pairs perfectly with seafood dishes, fresh salads, and light appetizers.

Friuli-Venezia Giulia is one of the smallest regions in Italy, yet also one of the mightiest. With a plethora of indigenous grape varieties not grown outside of the region, and even fewer producers that are embracing them, Zidarich is truly one of the best. There are many “malvasia” named grapes within Italy, with some more quality than others. One of the best Malvasia grapes is Istriana, grown in the Friuli region as well as neighbouring Slovenia. Benjamin Zidarich practices biodynamic viticulture, picking grapes and bottling wine according to the phases of the moon. He will tell you that the grapes are grown by the sun and the earth, and the wine is grown by the moon.  The nose has notes of white peaches, oriental mixed spices, mineral, and stony notes. Maceration on the skins will give the wine slight tannins that overlay crunchy stone fruits, savoury herbs, and crushed stony minerality. 

Antoniolo Erbaluce di Caluso is a bright yellow wine with pale green reflections in the glass. The nose is very floral, with jasmine, green apple and apricot. The palate is crisp and very fine, elegant, with very tasty acidity. Strong mineral core, very refreshing.

The Giovanni Almondo Arneis Vigne Sparse is a great entry into the joys of Arneis, one of the most important white varieties in the Roero. Clean and sharp flavors of white pepper, almond, under-ripe pear and mineral-driven citrus blend into a finish loaded with energy and sparked by a salivating finish.

"Beautiful golden yellow in color, brilliant and luminous. The nose is intense and complex, with notes of ripe fruit – Mediterranean and tropical – and dried flowers, barely touched by a subtle veil of vanilla. Apples, bananas, hazelnuts, genista and passionflower stand out. On the palate, it’s pure velvet, showing perfect balance of flavors, delicate aromatic qualities, endless persistence. Excellent with chickpea puree and sautéed octopus with rosemary." (from the 2006 Guide Duemilavini of the Italian Sommeliers’ Association, A.I.S., on Capo Martino 2003)

One of the original producers that grows Trebbiano Abruzzese, one of the few quality grapes of the Trebbiano group. There is not much of this exported and even fewer bottles of the Montepulciano. Francesco Valentini and his son are the only humans allowed in the cellar as Francesco never wants to introduce foreign microbes or yeasts to interfere with the ageing of the wine. These are some of the most ageable white wines in the world and in fact, could be considered “unicorns” as they are hard to find here in Canada.  Truly collectible. Along with the 2018 already in house, the 2019 has since arrived and now is the time to pick up a mini vertical of these wines. Highly sought after and with a cult following, these wines are rare. This is a complex and opulent wine, which has become famous for its incredible longevity. The nose is full of ripe yellow fruits and white flowers. The palate is rich, warm and well balanced with beautiful acidity and sapidity.

Surrounded by three seas, father and son Nini and Michele work side by side on the Salento Peninsula, the sun-drenched heel of the Italian boot. As they could achieve ripe fruit in their sleep, the family’s real artform lies in control – watching, waiting, and harvesting before grapes overripen, allowing them instead to showcase Puglia’s spectacular terroir. Colour: Straw yellow with greenish hues
Nose: Lime leaf, tangerine, and mint oil
Palate: Tangyandbold, with layers of warm citrus Finish: Refreshing, fun medium finish

100% Verdicchio. Deep straw yellow. Pleasingly fruity and persistent bouquet, with notes of Golden Delicious apples and almonds. Good body on the palate, well balanced, elegant, with silky texture and distinct finesse.

Tralcetto' translates as 'twig,' hence the stick-y vine cutting affixed to the bottle. The wine itself is made from 100% Pinot Grigio harvested by hand and aged in stainless steel to preserve the delicate aromatics. It's zesty and juicy, with apple, grapefruit and a touch of residual sweetness. Sip with hors d'oeuvres, or seafood pasta in a cream sauce.

Expect this Chardonnay sourced from fossil-rich clay-based soils to be floral, elegant, juicy and soft, with a refined minerality, notes of peach, lime and apple, and a mouth-watering acidity. A great match for seafood dishes.

An elegant Tuscan white offering citrus, orchard fruit, flowers and herbal nuances. Fresh and balanced with a clean, savory finish.

A crisp Italian Pinot Grigio with pear, apple, citrus and white floral notes. Light and refreshing with clean acidity and an easy-drinking finish.

A refined Alto Adige Pinot Grigio with pear, citrus, melon and mineral nuances. Fresh, structured and persistent with bright acidity.

An elegant Alto Adige Chardonnay with apple, citrus, stone fruit and mineral notes. Fresh and balanced with a smooth texture and clean finish.

An expressive Piedmont white with citrus, orchard fruit, flowers and mineral notes. Fresh and balanced with an elegant, clean finish.

A refreshing Verdicchio with citrus, green apple, white flowers and almond notes. Crisp and mineral with a pleasantly savory finish.

A fresh Tuscan white with citrus, tropical fruit, herbs and floral notes. Crisp and aromatic with a refreshing, clean finish.

A classic Soave style with citrus, pear, white flowers, almond and mineral notes. Fresh and elegant with a savory, persistent finish.

Arianna Occhipinti SP68 Bianco is an organic, biodynamic, and low-intervention white wine from Sicily, typically blending 40% Albanello and 60% Zibibbo (Muscat of Alexandria). It is fermented with native yeasts in concrete, offering a crisp, aromatic profile with notes of peach, citrus, Mediterranean herbs, and a distinct salty/mineral finish.

Cervaro della Sala IGT Umbria is Marchesi Antinori's prestigious white blend from Umbria, primarily Chardonnay with Grechetto, known for its complexity, elegance, and aging potential, offering aromas of citrus, white flowers, vanilla, and flint, with a rich, fresh palate of tropical fruit, nuts, and minerals, showing a distinctive savory and mineral finish.

Rivera Marese Bombino Bianco is a crisp, aromatic Italian white wine from Puglia made from the local Bombino Bianco grape. It is characterized by intense floral and fruit notes of lemon balm, apple, and white grapefruit, with a fresh, mineral finish and a hint of creaminess from lees aging. This dry wine is noted for its excellent drinkability and versatility, pairing well with seafood appetizers and fish dishes.

Brilla! Pinot Grigio delle Venezie is a crisp, dry, and fruity white wine known for its vibrant flavors and light-bodied profile. It typically exhibits notes of green apple, pear, and citrus, with subtle floral and mineral undertones. This Italian wine is praised for its refreshing acidity and versatility, making it a good pairing for a variety of foods, especially seafood and light dishes.

Dive into a medley of cut red apples, bruised pineapple, and the essence of singed orange skin. Mouthwatering and saline, this Gavi offers a tantalizing experience reminiscent of a warm sea breeze. Each sip beckons with vibrant flavors and a refreshing finish that lingers.

The Vietti Colli Tortonesi Timorasso Derthona, aged in a mix of oak and ceramic tile-lined cement, is a wine with impressive tension and ample texture. Its contrasting elements create a broad, horizontal profile with wide appeal. The bouquet reveals notes of orchard fruit, saffron, honey, and crushed stone. Medium-bodied, this wine will evolve gracefully over the next 10 years, developing more complex aromas of minerals, beeswax, and dried fruit.

This wine boasts a distinctive coppery hue, achieved by leaving the must on the skins overnight! Aromas of ripe pear, apricot, and floral notes are enriched with hints of almonds and a touch of spice. Its complexity and depth make it highly versatile, pairing beautifully with cold cuts, charcuterie boards, seafood risotto, delicate white meats, and even Lobster Mac and Cheese. The grapes are manually harvested and fermented in stainless steel under temperature control, with minimal intervention to preserve the wine’s natural character and unique style.

Another great wine from the Casale del Giglio winemaking family. Not only are the native varieties a specialty, but they have a solid foundation for some of the rarer French grape varieties also.  A native of the Jurançon region in the foothills of the French Atlantic Pyrenees, the small-berried, thick-skinned Petit Manseng grape from which this white wine is made, is more highly regarded than its larger-berried sibling, Gros Manseng. Antonio Santarelli and his visionary enologist Paolo Tiefenthaler recognized the huge potential of this grape variety in the fertile grounds in their Lazio vineyards. The wine is intensely aromatic, fruity and spicy on the nose, fresh, crisp and flinty on the palate. An exquisitely structured wine which bows out on a seductive, fruit-filled finish. A truly stunning wine for the price. 

This IGT Toscana Bianco white wine from Tuscany, Italy, blends Malvasia Bianca, Trebbiano, and Chardonnay from the I Colli Estate, located in Monteriggioni and Vagliagli, part of the Bindi Sergardi family’s historic estate, founded in the late 1400s. With a white paper color and golden reflections, it offers an intense bouquet of peach, melon, and pear. On the palate, it’s fresh, savoury, and well-balanced with good acidity, fermented and aged in stainless steel to maintain its vibrant character.

The Ramato style of Pinot Grigio has become very popular, this mutation of pinot noir giving off an orange/copper hue when the juice is in contact with the skins. The nose shows floral notes of wisteria, orange blossom, acacia flowers with ripe fruity hints of yellow peach, melon and tangerine, followed by a delicate mineral iodine note and hints of hay. The mouthfeel shows crisp acidity, yet perfectly balanced by its freshness and enveloping flavour.

Campania's favourite winemaker, Mastroberardino's entry level white is a blend of four native varieties: Coda di Volpe, Greco, Fiano and Falanghina. The nose recalls fresh flowers, pineapple, peach and citrus fruits, while on the palate, good freshness with balanced acidity and notes of citrus and exotic fruit.

The Aldegheri family has been in operation since 1956. Love for nature and extreme attention to the vineyards whilst keeping to traditions of the regions, yet not afraid to use modern technology, the family strives to improve day after day. Now in the 2 nd generation, they are proving to be around for a very long time to come. Made from 100% Trebbiano di Lugana the wine has an intense captivating bouquet of exotic fruit, apricots and nectarines, finished off by an incomparable roundness and perfect harmony.

From 80-year-old vines, the 'Ottantanni' is rich, expressive, and textured. Full of ripe stone fruits, delicate white flowers, dried herbs, and bright minerality. On the richer side of things - try this with full flavoured dishes.

"This wine benefits with a little extra time in the glass. It opens up to reveal aromas of roasted apple, lemon zest and gravel. The wine is vinified all in steel, so the vibrant fruit on the palate is expressive with upfront Honeycrisp apple, Meyer lemon and white flowers. Medium in body it has a bright and peppy finish." - 92/100, Wine Enthusiast

A soft, full style of Sauvignon Blanc, with tropical fruits and rich, toasty flavors. But there is a layer of gooseberries and herbs to give the wine some freshness." - 88/100, Wine Enthusiast

Antonio Fattori's passion for winemaking traces back to his family's legacy, with roots planted in the early 1900s by his grandfather, who returned from WWI to restore vineyards devastated by phylloxera. Today, the Fattori family continues this tradition, crafting expressive and intriguing wines in Veneto. Their white wines, grown on basalt slopes in the alpine valley, showcase a distinct minerality. Their Soave, made from the Garganega grape, is a dry white wine renowned for its vibrant citrus and honeydew melon notes, accented by a subtle hint of macadamia nut. Easy-drinking and delightful, it captures the essence of the region.

This wine exudes freshness both on the nose and palate, with an abundance of crisp apple and pear flavors taking the spotlight. While it may not exhibit a wide range of complexities, its balance, intensity, and immediate drinkability more than compensate for this.

One of the original producers that grows Trebbiano Abruzzese, one of the few quality grapes of the Trebbiano group. There is not much of this exported and even fewer bottles of the Montepulciano. Francesco Valentini and his son are the only humans allowed in the cellar as Francesco never wants to introduce foreign microbes or yeasts to interfere with the ageing of the wine. These are some of the most ageable white wines in the world and in fact, could be considered “unicorns” as they are hard to find here in Canada.  Truly collectible. Trebbiano d'Abruzzo 2019 stands out as an exceptional fine wine, boasting an intense golden yellow hue. Its complex and captivating aroma offers elegant floral tones of white flowers, intertwined with notes of ripe white pulp fruit, officinal herbs, and subtle hints of vanilla, coffee, and minerals. On the palate, it dazzles with a harmonious blend of pulp, freshness, and flavor, delivering an enveloping experience with remarkable length. This rare wine leaves a lasting impression, destined for a prolonged life of enjoyment and appreciation.

Pale straw yellow, with greenish hues. The nose is full of different inspirations: cedar, green apple, lemon, lime. Slightly smoky, with refreshing chalky aromas. The palate is rich, with a tingly acidity. Long and elegant mineral finish.

The white grape of Verdicchio makes a surprisingly delicious sparkling wine! Made in the Martinotti method (tank), the wine is finished as extra brut and is dry in the mouth with fine bubbles and notes of lemon curd, sweet almond and sponge toffee.

For over 50 years, the Bisci family has been making Verdicchio in the district of Matelica. Verdicchio, one of Italy's most ageable white grapes shows two expressions: rounder and richer in Jesi, but more austere, higher acidity and mineral in Matelica due higher elevation and mountain terroir. The single vineyard of Vegneto Foglia has 45 year old vines with a south facing exposure. The wine is complex with yellow fruits and chlorophyll notes. The palate is structured and textured, built for ageing.

Cusomano is a quality winery with grapevines located all across Sicily. The grillo grape is grown in the northeast part of the island on sandy loam soils that is the perfect terroir for this variety to bring out the natural freshness and sapidity that increase the character and elegance of this grape. On the nose, you'll find fruit of peaches, yellow apples and grapefruit with a palate that is juicy, and fun, but focused. If you are a fan of Sauvignon Blanc, try Grillo! You'll be pleasantly surprised!