{"title":"White Wine NOW","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore our wide range of WHITE wines, from the local \u003cstrong\u003eendemic\u003c\/strong\u003e Italian grapes (Trebbiano, Greco Bianco, Friulano, Pecorino, Vermentino) ... to the \u003cstrong\u003einternational\u003c\/strong\u003e (Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Viognier, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Bianco) ... \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eto the \u003cstrong\u003erare\u003c\/strong\u003e (Vitovska, Arneis, Malvasia, Solaris)!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed help choosing? Get in touch for personal recommendations: \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@onceuponavine.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003einfo@onceuponavine.sg\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"malvasia-2015-edi-kante-75cl","title":"MALVASIA 2015 [Kante] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Malvasia).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant white from Friuli's poet-painter-winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA NOTE ON THE WINERY:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e- At the Kante vineyards the grapes are harvested by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e- In the cellar, wines are neither fined nor filtered and no new oak is used (barrels are up to 18 years old). This is Edi's style and philosophy of winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Kante","offers":[{"title":"75cl","offer_id":30491076690025,"sku":"TWEK04","price":55.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/MALVASIA_2015_Edi_Kante_75cl.png?v=1614219884"},{"product_id":"friulano-2018-draga-75cl","title":"FRIULANO Collio DOC 2018 [Draga] 75cl","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Friulano*). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Friuli wine from the Miklus family winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES: pale golden yellow; orange blossom and lime skins on the nose; some warm citrus (tangerine) and lovely minerality on the palate; very clean and refreshing expression. Try this if you enjoy a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/grape_vermentino\"\u003eVermentino\u003c\/a\u003e or 'typical' \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/grape_pinot-grigio\"\u003ePinot Grigio\u003c\/a\u003e (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/grape_pinot-grigio+winery_draga\"\u003eDraga's PG\u003c\/a\u003e are actually very unique styles) or similar wines. Update: as it’s aged longer in bottle the aromas have developed - noticing more stone fruit and underripe tropical notes; more lees (bready notes).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e* grape can be found under pseudonym Sauvignonasse, or sometimes Sauvignon Vert (not same as California vine, which is actually a Muscadelle). 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Round, ripe, fruity. Lip-smacking acidity. Long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRead about this innovative winery, run by legendary winemakers Mario Pojer and Fiorentino Sandri (and supported by the next generation, like Federico Sandri) -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/blogs\/news\/pojer-sandri-meet-the-winery\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/blogs\/news\/pojer-sandri-meet-the-winery\"\u003eCLICK HERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eArticle that proposes \"ADIGE VALLEY better than RHINE !!!\" -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/blogs\/news\/adige-valley-better-than-rhine\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCLICK HERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pojer \u0026 Sandri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32550902497385,"sku":"UVPS70","price":37.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/TWPS35_RIESLING_2016_Pojer_Sandri_75cl_17370238-a27b-4735-af88-9e0d235b986c.png?v=1614219981"},{"product_id":"vitovska-2018-edi-kante-75cl","title":"VITOVSKA 2018 [Kante] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Vitovska). 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Alc 13%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrisp, elegant, complex white from Friuli's poet-painter-winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay IGT Venezia Giulia:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Vineyards planted at over 800 feet above sea level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Aged for 12 months in old barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Then aged for 6 more months in stainless steel tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Bottle unfiltered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA NOTE ON THE WINERY:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e- At the Kante vineyards the grapes are harvested by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e- In the cellar, wines are neither fined nor filtered and no new oak is used (barrels are up to 18 years old). 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Premium white from the innovative winemaking duo of Trentino. Fermentation and aging in small oak barrels for 6 months in contact with the lees. Further ageing in stainless steel and bottle, for 2 years, before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, aromas of ripe, yellow apples, lemon curd, summer flowers, toasted nuts and vanilla. On the palate, a richness and complexity with great structure. Bright and lively, balanced by a round finish. Dangerously quaffable. Sip and enjoy on its own to savour its complexity and charm, or pair with dishes like roast chicken Sunday lunch, grilled fish or a creamy risotto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flagship white from this cult winery should be on every wine lover's wishlist! It excites every palate, punches above its weight with the classiest of Burgundies, and if you can bear to part with it, an awesome gift bottle!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e* 150cl \/ magnum = perfect for a party! *\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pojer \u0026 Sandri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39862714564798,"sku":"UVPS11","price":129.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/BIANCOFAYE2013_Pojer_Sandri_150cl_fdf33aa2-f039-430d-9d64-8d2cd034d010.png?v=1622609475"},{"product_id":"gran-cuvee-millesimato-bianco-2016-igreco-75cl","title":"GRAN CUVEE MILLESIMATO Bianco 2016 [iGreco] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eLight Body, Dry (Greco). 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Grapes grown in \"Le Biolche\" just to the south of (looking up at) the Castel Madruzzo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES: Fresh Trentino white with soft yet cleansing acidity and a round palate. Citrus, stone fruit and floral notes (lime zest, honeydew melon, grapefruit, nectarine, yellow flowers) and classic Dolomite minerality! On second tasting, more notes = passionfruit, peach, apricot but also the typical Kerner notes that remind you of Riesling (lime, lime skin, wax)!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Riesling and Schiava cross**, designed to be suitable for cooler climates. If you like \u003cstrong\u003edry Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e, you'll love this :)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e** Looking for more grape info?\u003c\/strong\u003e Nearly a century ago, in \u003cstrong\u003e1929\u003c\/strong\u003e, agronomist August Herod bred the KERNER variety by crossing a RED popular in mountain vineyards called \u003cstrong\u003eSchiava\u003c\/strong\u003e grossa (aka Vernatsch or Trollinger) with the international WHITE \u003cstrong\u003eRiesling\u003c\/strong\u003e. (Cross-breed varieties were essential to making viticulture more robust, to counter the challenges of vine disease - specifically the catastrophic Phylloxera infestation that damaged so many of Europe's vineyards in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Read more about this important period in viticultural history at Wine Folly \u003ca title=\"Wine Folly - Grape Phylloxera\" href=\"https:\/\/winefolly.com\/deep-dive\/no-cure-for-grape-phylloxera\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Kerner vine is hardy and versatile. It can withstand very cold temperatures (down to -10 Celsius), it grows in different altitudes (up to 800 or 900 meters above sea level) and it does well in different types of soil. This makes it an ideal choice for many vineyards in north Italy. In the South Tyrol part of Trentino-South Tyrol aka Trentino-Alto Adige it has flourished since the early 1970s (it r\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eeceived varietal protection in 1969) and in the early 1990s Kerner wine was awarded the status of DOC. Kerner wine is typically fresh and lively, with hints of grapefruit and apple.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in a name?\u003c\/strong\u003e Herold named the new variety after Justinus Kerner, a physician and poet whose works included songs and poetry on wine.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pravis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39871660425406,"sku":"UVPR24","price":39.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/KERNER2019_Pravis_75cl_6db9aa4e-e55b-4a01-88ec-0b5e38d39f79.png?v=1622709682"},{"product_id":"nosiola-2019-pojer-sandri-75cl","title":"NOSIOLA Dolomiti 2019 [Pojer \u0026 Sandri] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Nosiola). Alc 12%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA delightful mountain wine for all occasions. Expect a fresh wine with great aromas such as apple, flowers and citrus notes. Great wine for light dishes and brings out the aromas in the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNB: The grape's name comes from the Italian word for hazelnut, nocciola, which is the dominant aroma found in Nosiola wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pojer \u0026 Sandri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42210829140222,"sku":"UVPS23","price":45.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/TWPS44_NOSIOLA_2018_Pojer_Sandri_75cl_76429773-fddf-4f14-a079-c035c94c287a.png?v=1640310063"},{"product_id":"sant-andrea-etna-bianco-2016-pietradolce-75cl","title":"SANT' ANDREA Etna Bianco 2016 [Pietradolce] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Carricante). IGT. Alc 13.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinery's special selection; limited production; old-vine with extended maceration on the skins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18\/20 Jancis Robinson. \"\u003cem\u003eCask sample. 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Vineyards are on the north side, \u003cstrong\u003eall above 600m\u003c\/strong\u003e: tiny \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/products\/barbagalli-etna-rosso-2016-pietradolce-75cl\"\u003eBarbagalli\u003c\/a\u003e with gnarled centenary bush-trained Nerello Mascalese is the highest and most precious, yielding succulent, \u003cstrong\u003espectacularly balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e wines, with endless finish. Cru \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/products\/archineri-etna-rosso-2017-pietradolce-75cl\"\u003eArchineri\u003c\/a\u003e is nearly as impressive, also from old vines planted a few metres below Barbagalli. Steely, flinty-mineral \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/products\/archineri-etna-bianco-2018-pietradolce-75cl\"\u003eArchineri Bianco\u003c\/a\u003e is from 10-year-old+ Carricante near Milo on Erna's east side. Infinitely drinkable Etna Rosso from younger albarello-trained vines is well proportioned with delicate red fruit. Purpose-made \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/winery_pietradolce+type_rose\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/winery_pietradolce+type_rose\"\u003eEtna Rosato\u003c\/a\u003e from 40-year-old trellised vines rounds out the superb range.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pietradolce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42750171152638,"sku":"UVPD32","price":188.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/SANT_ANDREAEtnaBianco2016_Pietradolce_75cl_f7a1609d-dfe3-4aaf-9d42-643fb592cc93.png?v=1651048239"},{"product_id":"sant-andrea-etna-bianco-2017-pietradolce-75cl","title":"SANT' ANDREA Etna Bianco 2017 [Pietradolce] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Carricante). IGT. Alc 13.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinery's special selection; limited production; old-vine with extended maceration on the skins!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18\/20 Jancis Robinson. \"\u003cem\u003eCask sample. From the highest part of the Archineri vineyard in Milo, hence Superiore. A selection of fruit from pre-phylloxera vines, fermented in 20 hl oak casks. Stunning nose of oatmeal, lemon and mandarin fruit. The oak really complements the fruit on the palate. Lemony, energetic finish and beautifully textured. 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Vineyards are on the north side, \u003cstrong\u003eall above 600m\u003c\/strong\u003e: tiny \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/products\/barbagalli-etna-rosso-2016-pietradolce-75cl\"\u003eBarbagalli\u003c\/a\u003e with gnarled centenary bush-trained Nerello Mascalese is the highest and most precious, yielding succulent, \u003cstrong\u003espectacularly balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e wines, with endless finish. Cru \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/products\/archineri-etna-rosso-2017-pietradolce-75cl\"\u003eArchineri\u003c\/a\u003e is nearly as impressive, also from old vines planted a few metres below Barbagalli. Steely, flinty-mineral \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/products\/archineri-etna-bianco-2018-pietradolce-75cl\"\u003eArchineri Bianco\u003c\/a\u003e is from 10-year-old+ Carricante near Milo on Erna's east side. Infinitely drinkable Etna Rosso from younger albarello-trained vines is well proportioned with delicate red fruit. Purpose-made \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/winery_pietradolce+type_rose\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/winery_pietradolce+type_rose\"\u003eEtna Rosato\u003c\/a\u003e from 40-year-old trellised vines rounds out the superb range.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pietradolce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42750173446398,"sku":"UVPD33","price":199.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/SANT_ANDREAEtnaBianco2016_Pietradolce_75cl_9a35564a-8d08-48d9-81c9-35eaeaee197d.png?v=1651048259"},{"product_id":"san-thoma-2021-pravis-75cl","title":"SAN THOMA Muller Thurgau 2021 [Pravis] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Muller Thurgau). IGT. Alc 12.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA soft wine with great structure and minerality - reminiscent of a Riesling, or an elegant Sauvignon. Notes of grapefruit, passionfruit and beeswax. Pair with light dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy not explore this grape by trying the older \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/products\/muller-thurgau-san-thoma-2012-pravis-75cl\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2012\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003evintage, to see how it develops in the bottle (more tertiary aromas) ... then come back to enjoy this young version?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pravis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42750199234814,"sku":"UVPR32","price":39.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/TW0268MULLERTHURGAUSanThoma2012Pravis75cl_0dcb55da-41c8-483b-b7c0-9776c9a24f5e.png?v=1651048926"},{"product_id":"teramara-2021-pravis-75cl","title":"TERAMARA Sauvignon 2021 [Pravis] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Fruity (Sauvignon). IGT. 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Pair with a flavoursome dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePsst!\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike some cool climate Sauvignon that show quite tart fruit notes, this mountain Sauvignon manages to be both fresh and round thanks to more ripe fruit notes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pravis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42750199496958,"sku":"UVPR33","price":39.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/TERAMARA2018_Pravis_75cl_556e077c-b958-4ea5-8ad0-4bf61ef3e196.png?v=1651048939"},{"product_id":"stravino-di-stravino-2019-pravis-75cl","title":"STRAVINO DI STRAVINO 2019 [Pravis] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eFull Body, Dry (Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Kerner, Traminer, Goldtraminer). IGT. Alc 13.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eRich, round wine with a complex nose (notes of white flowers, under-ripe pineapple, ripe melon and hints of candied lemon, with vanilla and honey); classic Dolomite minerality to balance the fruity character; a persistent, long finish. Feels like the aromas will develop further in the bottle, so suggest re-visiting this a few times to enjoy the progression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eGreat food pairing potential. Will be delicious with pork, a creamy mushroom pasta dish, and could even stand up to a richer dish with some spice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pravis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42750199628030,"sku":"UVPR34","price":49.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/TW0271STRAVINO2010Pravis75cl_84e931eb-e2b3-4b4a-9b8e-51d225d440ba.png?v=1651048957"},{"product_id":"vernaccia-2021-bentu-luna-75cl","title":"VERNACCIA 2021 [Bentu Luna] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Vernaccia). IGT. Alc 14.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exciting new wine (a grape loved for its almost sherry-like nose) from the Sardinian vineyards of Bentu Luna - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003esister winery of prestigious Lombardy estate Castello Di Cigognola.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, vibrant colour with an initial nose of exotic fruits (papaya, honeydew melon) with floral notes and a touch of 'leesy' (yeasty) notes too. Easy to see the comparison of Vernaccia and Sherry. Rich palate (medium+ body but almost feels bigger thanks to richness of fruit) again with exotic fruits and some over-ripe fruit notes. Lively acidity, great structure, savoury finish ... and overall a beautifully balanced wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEndemic Italian white grape (\u003cstrong\u003e55 year old vines\u003c\/strong\u003e) \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003egrown in an important wine zone right in the centre of the island, then produced at the winery estate on the central West coast (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ein Neoneli in the province of Oristano).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGRAPE GEEK: Vernaccia di Oristano is distinct from the arguably better known Vernaccia di Gimignano of Tuscany. This name has historically been used to refer to a 'native' grape, so you will also find other varieties in Italy that sound confusingly similar, but usually denote an entirely distinct grape variety - such as Marche's fizzy red Vernaccia di Serrapetrona; or Umbria's Vernaccia di Pergola (also known as Aleatico). And you may recognise the etymologically-related Vernatch, which is the Germanic name of Schiava found on many Alto Adige labels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWINERY NOTES: (coming soon).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLEARN MORE: Follow \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/once-upon-a-vine.myshopify.com\/admin\/products\/%E2%80%9Chttps:\/\/winefornormalpeople.libsyn.com\/ep-403-sardinia-italy-an-overview-of-italys-island-with-its-own-accent%E2%80%9D\" title=\"“Wine\" for=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" normal=\"\" people=\"\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/once-upon-a-vine.myshopify.com\/admin\/products\/%E2%80%9Chttps:\/\/winefornormalpeople.libsyn.com\/ep-403-sardinia-italy-an-overview-of-italys-island-with-its-own-accent%E2%80%9D\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e to a podcast by Wine For Normal People that's useful for understanding more about the SARDINIA region (important for grapes like Vermentino, Monica, Cannonau, Bovale)!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFinally, an excerpt from an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jancisrobinson.com\/articles\/italian-new-releases-part-6-south-and-islands\" target=\"_blank\"\u003earticle\u003c\/a\u003e by Walter Speller for JancisRobinson.com says \"\u003cem\u003eSardinia has become a hotbed of activity, especially the high plain of Mandrolisai, where many old and very old vines of indigenous varieties can be found. Only now is the full potential of this area being recognised with the recent and considerable investment made by the Moratti family, responsible for some fine Oltrepò Pavese sparkling wine. A brand-new cellar has been built for their Bentu Luna estate on Sardinia. Star oenologist Federico Staderini is involved in this new enterprise as well as with their Oltrepò Pavese sparklers. The first vintages of the Bentu Luna wines ... are truly captivating and amazing expressions of Cannonau especially – the best I have come across so far in Italy. Some of these elegant, complex and, I expect, long-lived wines come in at a whopping 15.5%, but you wouldn't know it.\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bentu Luna","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43620538810622,"sku":"UVCA54","price":65.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/VERNACCIA2021_BentuLuna_75cl.png?v=1667545153"},{"product_id":"cecu-2021-monchiero-carbone-75cl","title":"CECU Roero Arneis DOCG 2021 [Monchiero Carbone] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Fruity (Arneis). Roero Arneis DOCG. Alc 13.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium white made from special selection of Arenis grapes, by prestigious winemaker and president of Roero wine consortium!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e93\/100 VinoWay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit notes are currently subtle (tasting Nov 2022 - pears and underripe peach). Hints of toasted almond (and almond skin) give this wine an elegant and complex character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMEET THE WINERY: Click\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/blogs\/news\/monchiero-carbone-meet-the-winery\" title=\"All about MONCHIERO CARBONE\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto read more background on this family-run estate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLEARN MORE: Follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/once-upon-a-vine.myshopify.com\/admin\/products\/%E2%80%9Chttps:\/\/winefornormalpeople.libsyn.com\/ep-198-roero-italy-secret-values-awesome-wines%E2%80%9D\" title=\"“Wine\" for=\"\" target=\"_blank\" normal=\"\" people=\"\" roero=\"\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e to a podcast by Wine For Normal People that's useful for understanding more about the ROERO area (of south Piedmont)!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the winery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Arneis, an exclusive vine of the steep Roero hills, together with Nebbiolo, is the architect of our area’s fine reputation in the world of wine. This has inspired us to craft this selection, with the intention of offering a further opportunity to highlight the potential of this great variety.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe grapes are grown on two individual vineyards selected for their sandy terrain and high altitude: from the soft and sandy soils of cru Tanone, in the municipality of Vezza d’Alba, and from the cru Renesio Incisa in the municipality of Canale, on the famous hill that was the birthplace of the Arneis grape in the late 1400s.  It is said that right here this particular berry was once known as the “white Nebbiolo” to underline the strong similarities in shape and size to the well-known berry.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOn this type of soil Arneis expresses all its aroma and elegance. This wine features intense, floral aromas; it entices the palate, while the refinement of its lingering, structured taste that charms the palate is set to improve over the years to come.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe wanted to dedicate this selection to grandfather Francesco Carbone, better known as “Cecu d’la Biunda” or “Son of the blond woman” in local dialect, as a nod to him for the Arneis he planted in his vineyards, and the seeds he instilled in our hearts.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinery notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"specifiche\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wine-data\"\u003eintense straw yellow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"specifiche\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wine-data\"\u003ethis wine features an intense olfactory sensation. It features great depth that evolves slowly into fresh aromas, which vary from white currant to pineapple and hints of sage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"specifiche\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wine-data\"\u003eentry onto the palate is strongly marked by a splendid freshness of flavour, which gradually shows its true power and mouth-filling qualities. It gradually develops into a rich and very long finish on which white currants stand out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"specifiche\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wine-data\"\u003edue to its refined aroma and palate, it pairs perfectly with seafood risottos and oven-baked fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* older vintage available \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/products\/cecu-2019-monchiero-carbone-75cl\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e *\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Monchiero Carbone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43620851777790,"sku":"UVMC24","price":49.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/CECU2019_MonchieroCarbone_75cl_f9a4d2af-d3b6-4ebd-a193-8a1bf2f38ffb.png?v=1666168293"},{"product_id":"la-bora-chardonnay-selezione-2016-edi-kante-75cl","title":"LA BORA Chardonnay Selezione 2016 [Kante] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Chardonnay). Alc 12.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully aged, complex white from Friuli's poet-painter-winemaker. Kante's premium line of wine, from a special selection of hand harvested grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16\u003c\/strong\u003e\/20 Jancis Robinson: \"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLovely mid-lemon gold. Restrained but toasty nose. Rounded and creamy on the palate with fruit that balances well. Finishes with a touch of orange peel. Marine-type minerality.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" - Richard Hemming MW (JancisRobinson.com).\u003c\/span\u003e\" ; \u003cb\u003e4.2\u003c\/b\u003e stars on VIVINO*.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Vivino user writes \"Classic Burgundy style with local saline feature... very clear palate and precise expression.\" 4.5 stars\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting summer 2023: a great wine for ageing but drinking beautifully now … opens up in the glass with a good swirl. Bright acidity - so lively, while also being complex and layered! Deliciously saline notes alongside lemon, underripe pineapple, vanilla and a hint of butterscotch. Plus, the classic “licking wet rocks” minerality springs to mind :) Long finish…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay IGT Venezia Giulia:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Vineyards planted at over 800 feet above sea level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Aged for 12 months in old barrels; t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehen 24 months in stainless steel tank; then 3 years in bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Bottle unfiltered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA NOTE ON THE WINERY:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- At the Kante vineyards the grapes are harvested by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- In the cellar, wines are neither fined nor filtered and no new oak is used (barrels are up to 18 years old). This is Edi's style and philosophy of winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kante","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43990423011582,"sku":"UVEK17","price":99.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/files\/LABORAChardonnaySelezione2016_EdiKante_75cl.png?v=1685527671"},{"product_id":"vitovska-2020-edi-kante-75cl","title":"VITOVSKA 2020 [Kante] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Vitovska). Alc 12%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare white \"grape of light\"* elegantly presented by Friuli's poet-painter-winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes: light to medium body; high acid; a clean, fresh, mineral wine ... light fruit \u0026amp; floral aromas (green fruit - pears, melon - and white flowers); interesting hints of beeswax, plus lime and almond skin; long, tangy, saline finish. Leaves you with some lovely notes of caramel, butterscotch and vanilla. Opens up a lot as swirled in the glass! Great for fans of Arneis, or Soave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitovska IGT Venezia Giulia:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Vineyards planted at over 800 feet above sea level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Aged for 12 months in old barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Then aged for 6 more months in stainless steel tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Bottled unfiltered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Vitovska has been called \"\u003cstrong\u003ethe grape of light\u003c\/strong\u003e\" ... as it often has a halo in the vineyard - thanks to its translucent skins, which means the sunlight bounces up off the white stoney soil (important to this area's vineyards).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA NOTE ON THE WINERY:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e- At the Kante vineyards the grapes are harvested by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e- In the cellar, wines are neither fined nor filtered and no new oak is used (barrels are up to 18 years old). This is Edi's style and philosophy of winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Kante","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43990423077118,"sku":"UVEK19","price":59.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/files\/VITOVSKA2020_EdiKante_75cl.png?v=1685527098"},{"product_id":"malvasia-selezione-2016-edi-kante-75cl","title":"MALVASIA Riserva 2016 [Kante] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Malvasia). Alc 12.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant, beautifully aged, complex white wine from Friuli's poet-painter-winemaker. This is one of his 'special selection' (very limited) Riserva line, which boasts his own artwork for the label design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalvasia IGT Venezia Giulia:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Vineyards planted at over 800 feet above sea level;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Aged for 12 months in old French barrique; 24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e more months in stainless steel tank;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Bottled unfiltered; 60 months 'sleeping' in bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes: complex, high acid white; a clean, fresh, mineral wine with notes of ripe peach and yellow flowers; long, saline finish - needs time to open in the glass!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinery tasting note: Intense crystal clear golden yellow. Impressive bouquet, wide and deep. Aromas of yellow ripe fruit, Renetta apple, eucalyptus honey, aged note of dried fruit and resin. Refreshing and balsamic on the palate with a blasting maritime pine scent. Vertical acidity driven towards a long life. Kars longevity. Service temperature 10 - 12°C.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVintage report: A remarkable vintage with perfect vintage condition, regular growing season, wide temperature changes and good rainfall. Cool and nice September harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA NOTE ON THE WINERY:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e- At the Kante vineyards the grapes are harvested by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e- In the cellar, wines are neither fined nor filtered and no new oak is used (barrels are up to 18 years old). This is Edi's style and philosophy of winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Kante","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43990426747134,"sku":"UVEK20","price":110.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/files\/MALVASIASelezione2016_EdiKante_75cl.png?v=1685526847"},{"product_id":"estissa-2021-audarya-75cl","title":"ESTISSA Malvasia di Cagliari DOC 2021 [Audarya] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Malvasia di Cagliari). DOC. Alc 14%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e* \u003cb\u003e4.1\u003c\/b\u003e stars on VIVINO *\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES: Richly layered yet soft white, with warm ripe fruit (ripe melon) and notes of preserved lemons, yellow flowers (honeysuckle), candied citrus (maybe even a hint of Earl Grey). Moorish (keeps you coming back for more) with a waxy finish. It's aged in concrete vats (ends 7 months on lees in small ovoid concrete tank).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWINERY NOTES: \"\u003cem\u003eMalvasia is one of the main varieties of the south of Sardinia. Aromas of peach blossoms and pear, golden and balanced at the taste, it covers you in passion and memories found again. It ferments slowly and refines for seven months on fine lees in a small concrete vat, where it matures in structure and minerality. \u003cstrong\u003eEst'issa‚\u003c\/strong\u003e it's her.\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audarya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44067121627390,"sku":"UVAU25","price":59.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/files\/ESTISSA2018_Audarya_75cl_51101f17-8fd5-48c1-ba20-f7f2078a356b.png?v=1686364467"},{"product_id":"vermentino-2022-audarya-75cl","title":"VERMENTINO di Sardegna DOC 2022 [Audarya] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Vermentino). DOC. Alc 13%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh, tangy white, perfect for a sunny afternoon in Singapore! Aromatic and crisp, with notes of lime, lime skin, green apple and some floral notes. Touch of almond skin on finish. Pair with salads, fish, seafood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWINERY NOTES: \"\u003cem\u003eThis wine is like reversed magic, where the magician comes out of the rabbit's hat. It's the Vermentino of Audarya, designed to surprise and interest every time. It's like passing through the mirror, following the white rabbit, and finding the wine you have always been looking for.\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audarya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44067122446590,"sku":"UVAU30","price":39.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/files\/VERMENTINO2020_Audarya_75cl_0bf61bcd-593e-4e5e-8377-d32ff71654b5.png?v=1686364531"},{"product_id":"borgoletto-soave-2023-fasoli-gino-75cl","title":"BORGOLETTO Soave DOC 2023 [Fasoli Gino] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Garganega). DOC. Alc 12.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Borgoletto\" Soave is a great afternoon white, from the Valle d'Illasi east of Verona (vines up to 40 years old). It's easy drinking, refreshing and quaffable! :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect typical Garganega aromas, such as ripe peach and tangerine (almost a hint of under-ripe pineapple), plus some warm floral scent. Subtle saline finish. Acidity is balanced by richness. Great potential for food pairings from fried starters, to roast chicken or shellfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch a video from winemaker Natalino Fasoli about this charming wine (in Italian but English subtitles): \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/NNEis-Geuzg\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/NNEis-Geuzg\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is one of the classic line wines from acclaimed family estate Fasoli Gino\u003cspan\u003e*\u003c\/span\u003e, established in 1925, who are renowned for their Valpolicella wines like Ripasso and Amarone, as well as other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/style_appassimento+winery_fasoli-gino\" target=\"_blank\"\u003erare appassimento reds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the winery:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e: the bouquet is both floral and fruity and the wine leaves almost saline and fruity notes on the finish. \u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e: Harmonious and full-bodied. The finish is medium to long with a light aftertaste of bitter almonds. The wine is well balanced between body and acidity and good freshness thanks to regular bottling.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also a special line of wines in support of the local community. In their words: \"\u003cem\u003eSince the 1990s, Fasoli Gino as been working with a community of young disadvantaged people in Bardolino. This partnership combines both important work with the social needs of the area with that of protection of the landscape. The community’s vineyards are located on a beautiful hill overlooking Lake Garda where ancient olive groves and vineyards are tended for with organic farming methods. Our choice of adding value to an area with respect to all things living, is expressed at its maximum in Bardolino where Fasoli Gino unites caring for the environment with assisting society’s needs. The grapes for this wine are cultivate by members of the “Associazione Comunita’ dei Giovani”, young adults with special needs.\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e* the parent winery behind Tasi (who make our stunning biodynamic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/products\/prosecco-2019-tasi-75cl\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProsecco\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fasoli Gino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46157811712254,"sku":"UVTS55","price":39.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/SOAVE2021_FasoliGino_75cl.png?v=1667465333"},{"product_id":"gavi-di-gavi-docg-2023-monchiero-carbone-75cl","title":"GAVI DI GAVI DOCG 2023 [Monchiero Carbone] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eLight-Medium Body, Dry (Cortese). DOCG. Alc 12.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamous Italian white from vines located in the commune of Gavi (in south Piedmont), made at prestigious Roero winery (north of the Tanaro river), by 4th generation winemaker and president of Roero wine consortium!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90\u003c\/strong\u003e pts James Suckling; \u003cstrong\u003e89\u003c\/strong\u003e pts Wine Enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e* new label design *\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMEET THE WINERY: Click\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/blogs\/news\/monchiero-carbone-meet-the-winery\" title=\"All about MONCHIERO CARBONE\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto read more background on this family-run estate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the winery:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The idea of producing Gavi di Gavi was born in 2009 in collaboration with a classmate of Francesco Monchiero from the Enological School of Alba. He has a family winery and vineyards in \u003cstrong\u003eRovereto di Gavi\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the Province of Alessandria, and he runs a 6-hectare vineyard dedicated to the the production of our Gavi. Francesco instead deals with the vinification of the grapes and the subsequent aging of the wine in our own cellar. From the 2010 vintage, Gavi di Gavi has come to form part of the range of wines of Monchiero Carbone. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e: The flower wine obtained after squeezing in a pneumatic press is left to age of selected yeasts for fermentation, which takes place in steel tanks at a temperature of 15c for about 2-3 weeks. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e: The wine is aged in tanks for four months, during which it is thoroughly stirred by lees stirring every 15 days for the yeast to remain in suspension.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinery notes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e: The Gavi di Gavi has a pale straw yellow color with greenish hues. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e: Persistent notes of white flowers, lily, almond and grapefruit. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e: On the palate the wine is elegant and smooth, with fresh and balanced components and a pleasant acidity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perfect for a refreshing aperitif, Gavi di Gavi is particularly suitable for hors d'oeuvres, shellfish, risotto, seafood but also white meats and poultry. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Monchiero Carbone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46163932184830,"sku":"UVMC33","price":45.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/files\/GAVI_DI_GAVI_DOCG_2023_Monchiero_Carbone_75cl.png?v=1736920408"},{"product_id":"renesio-incisa-roero-arneis-riserva-docg-2020-monchiero-carbone-75cl","title":"RENESIO INCISA Roero Arneis Riserva DOCG 2020 [Monchiero Carbone] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Arneis). Roero Arneis DOCG Riserva. Alc 14%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 glasses Gambero Rosso and '\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 5, 38);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest White Wine of Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Grand Cru' white wine of the estate, made from premium selection of Arenis grape, by prestigious winemaker and president of Roero wine consortium!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is wonderfully layered, with ripe fruit (apricot, peach) and warm floral notes but also toast, vanilla and cream. The palate has a nice weight, with a rich and round character. The acidity is balanced and makes this an incredibly 'more-ish' wine. Pair with lobster :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMEET THE WINERY: Click\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"All about MONCHIERO CARBONE\" href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/blogs\/news\/monchiero-carbone-meet-the-winery\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto read more background on this family-run estate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLEARN MORE: Follow \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" for=\"\" title=\"“Wine\" href=\"%E2%80%9Chttps:\/\/winefornormalpeople.libsyn.com\/ep-198-roero-italy-secret-values-awesome-wines%E2%80%9D\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e to a podcast by Wine For Normal People that's useful for understanding more about the ROERO area (of south Piedmont)!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the winery:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"has-inline-color\"\u003e\"Renesio Incisa\u003c\/span\u003e is a new conception of Roero Arneis which moves away from how this wine has been interpreted so far. Thanks to our twenty-five years’ experience in the production of Arneis grapes and our passion for the vinification of Piedmontese whites, we have realized over the years that Arneis is a grape variety highly suited for aging.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe have hence identified the vineyard that we consider the best of our estate for Arneis production: \u003cspan class=\"has-inline-color\"\u003eRenesio Incisa\u003c\/span\u003e, in the Municipality of Canale. This vineyard has two fundamental peculiarities: a considerable altitude and a soil rich in sand. To top its uniqueness, this is the hill that gave birth to the Arneis grape, discovered on the Renesio hill at the end of the 15th century.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThanks to the new opportunity given by the Roero Arneis Appellation, which has allowed a “Riserva” production, we have decided to create a new concept of Roero Arneis, which fully expresses its qualities and potential for evolution: we mature it longer in the cellar, with a mixed aging in wood and steel to then release it at the right time for consumption.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe first vintage of \u003cspan class=\"has-inline-color\"\u003eRenesio Incisa\u003c\/span\u003e is 2016, all the bottles are numbered and it is a limited production, suitable for those who prefer more evolved and complex white wines, with a few years on their shoulders and which can be kept for at least 10\/15 years, a promise that with \u003cspan class=\"has-inline-color\"\u003eRenesio Incisa\u003c\/span\u003e we feel we can keep.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinery Notes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"specifiche\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wine-data\"\u003eintense straw yellow. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wine-data\"\u003erich and complex; aromas of citrus fruits, white pepper, aromatic herbs and a delicate note of dried apricot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wine-data\"\u003eon the palate the wine is soft and powerful, with a vigorous acidity, leaving a rich taste in the mouth exquisitely integrating the mineral notes. The aftertaste is soft and elegant, but extremely rich and deep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"specifiche\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wine-data\"\u003ewine suitable for elaborate fish dishes, medium-aged cheese, but also first courses such as stuffed egg pasta, lasagna with meat sauce, eggplant parmigiana.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Monchiero Carbone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46163935625470,"sku":"UVMC35","price":75.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/RENESIOINCISARiserva_MonchieroCarbone_75cl.png?v=1666774318"},{"product_id":"etna-bianco-doc-2023-pietradolce-75cl","title":"ETNA BIANCO DOC 2023 [Pietradolce] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Carricante). DOC. Alc 12.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinery's classic line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES: A herbal\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, mineral, citrus nose (lots of lemon, some under-ripe peach and nectarine) with a little touch of white flowers and salinity; a tangy, fresh and clean wine with great acidity and good length.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e* compared to the \u003ca style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/products\/archineri-etna-bianco-2018-pietradolce-75cl\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEtna Bianco Archineri\u003c\/a\u003e which shows more floral notes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"A model small estate making \u003cstrong\u003etop-level\u003c\/strong\u003e authentically regional wines from mostly old vines, including several \u003cstrong\u003epre-phylloxera\u003c\/strong\u003e parcels\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e begins the write-up by Master Sommelier John Szabo in his fabulous 2016 book \"\u003cstrong\u003eVolcanic Wines - Salt, Grit and Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe passage continues \u003cem\u003e\"Michele Faro's grandfather grew grapes and made wine on Etna, and some of the \u003cstrong\u003eoldest parcels\u003c\/strong\u003e were in family hands, so he got off to a running start in 2005. Vineyards are on the north side, \u003cstrong\u003eall above 600m\u003c\/strong\u003e: tiny \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/products\/barbagalli-etna-rosso-2016-pietradolce-75cl\"\u003eBarbagalli\u003c\/a\u003e with gnarled centenary bush-trained Nerello Mascalese is the highest and most precious, yielding succulent, \u003cstrong\u003espectacularly balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e wines, with endless finish. Cru \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/products\/archineri-etna-rosso-2017-pietradolce-75cl\"\u003eArchineri\u003c\/a\u003e is nearly as impressive, also from old vines planted a few metres below Barbagalli. Steely, flinty-mineral \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/products\/archineri-etna-bianco-2018-pietradolce-75cl\"\u003eArchineri Bianco\u003c\/a\u003e is from 10-year-old+ Carricante near Milo on Erna's east side. Infinitely drinkable Etna Rosso from younger albarello-trained vines is well proportioned with delicate red fruit. Purpose-made \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/winery_pietradolce+type_rose\"\u003eEtna Rosato\u003c\/a\u003e from 40-year-old trellised vines rounds out the superb range.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pietradolce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46163994607870,"sku":"UVPD44","price":55.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/ETNABIANCO2019_Pietradolce_75cl_b9114c17-e63c-4a56-b3ad-7e7ca8700631.png?v=1618564077"},{"product_id":"archineri-etna-bianco-doc-2022-pietradolce-75cl","title":"ARCHINERI Etna Bianco DOC 2022 [Pietradolce] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (Carricante). DOC. Alc 13%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e4.1\u003c\/b\u003e stars on VIVINO  \u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eexpressive and restrained... A wine that invites patience and rewards close attention\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES: Complex, floral nose* (orange blossom, lime skin, some sense of crushed rocks, maybe a hint of white chocolate - what do you think?) and the fruit notes are slightly tart so very refreshing (lemon, yellow apple), with well-balanced acidity and a round finish. You can feel the volcanic soil (minerality) on the palate - very textured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNB:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evolves in the glass (and will evolve beautifully in the bottle too, so try one now and keep at least one back to see the development over time)!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e* compared to the classic line\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/products\/etna-bianco-2019-pietradolce-75cl\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEtna Bianco\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhich shows more herbal notes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"A model small estate making \u003cstrong\u003etop-level\u003c\/strong\u003e authentically regional wines from mostly old vines, including several \u003cstrong\u003epre-phylloxera\u003c\/strong\u003e parcels\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e begins the write-up by Master Sommelier John Szabo in his fabulous 2016 book \"\u003cstrong\u003eVolcanic Wines - Salt, Grit and Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe passage continues \u003cem\u003e\"Michele Faro's grandfather grew grapes and made wine on Etna, and some of the \u003cstrong\u003eoldest parcels\u003c\/strong\u003e were in family hands, so he got off to a running start in 2005. Vineyards are on the north side, \u003cstrong\u003eall above 600m\u003c\/strong\u003e: tiny \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/products\/barbagalli-etna-rosso-2016-pietradolce-75cl\"\u003eBarbagalli\u003c\/a\u003e with gnarled centenary bush-trained Nerello Mascalese is the highest and most precious, yielding succulent, \u003cstrong\u003espectacularly balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e wines, with endless finish. Cru \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/products\/archineri-etna-rosso-2017-pietradolce-75cl\"\u003eArchineri\u003c\/a\u003e is nearly as impressive, also from old vines planted a few metres below Barbagalli. Steely, flinty-mineral \u003cspan style=\"color: #148808;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArchineri Bianco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is from 10-year-old+ Carricante near Milo on Erna's east side. Infinitely drinkable Etna Rosso from younger albarello-trained vines is well proportioned with delicate red fruit. Purpose-made \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/all\/winery_pietradolce+type_rose\"\u003eEtna Rosato\u003c\/a\u003e from 40-year-old trellised vines rounds out the superb range.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pietradolce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46163995394302,"sku":"UVPD47","price":95.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/products\/ARCHINERIEtnaBianco2018_Pietradolce_75cl_5aa39257-e462-47a6-a94a-28d3ec2c6a65.png?v=1651048028"},{"product_id":"olmobuco-2022-cesarini-sartori-75cl","title":"OLMOBUCO Trebbiano Spoletino 2022 [Cesarini Sartori] 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium Body, Dry (95% Trebbiano Spoletino, 5% Malvasia). IGT. Alc 13%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew wine from Cesarini Sartori...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs x126k92a\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eSomething is happening around Montefalco [Umbria] ... a quirky heirloom white grape variety called Trebbiano Spoletino has been rediscovered\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e - so said a Wine \u003cspan class=\"html-span xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"html-a xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSpectator article back in 2018 but since then it's still been a tricky wine to find, as not much is made ... BUT, THAT'S ABOUT TO CHANGE !!! \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eJust arrived on our little red dot is the NEW wine from Umbrian family estate Cesarini Sartori It's their wonderfully named OLMOBUCO made from the endemic Trebbiano Spoletino grape, which as they explain has been planted \"married to elm trees\" in the Olmobuco area since the 1300s!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e* \u003c\/strong\u003eRead the full story at WS here: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\" title=\"Tree Huggers: The Tale Behind Italy's Hot New White\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winespectator.com\/articles\/do-wine-grapes-grow-on-trees-trebbiano-spoletino-camuto\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.winespectator.com\/articles\/do-wine-grapes-grow-on-trees-trebbiano-spoletino-camuto\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cesarini Sartori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46167330849022,"sku":"UVCS61","price":45.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/files\/OLMOBUCOTrebbianoSpoletino2022_CesariniSartori_75cl.png?v=1736641956"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/1692\/7337\/collections\/collection_whites_e9accb50-4ae9-4e69-842e-37a765d323fb.png?v=1784852612","url":"https:\/\/onceuponavine.sg\/collections\/white-wine-julyaug2026.oembed?page=2","provider":"Once Upon A Vine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}