A selection of fresh and captivating wines—from volcanic slopes to coastal vineyards—perfect for accompanying and celebrating the arrival of summer.
Summer Wines: Aldaina al Mas by Andreola
A Valdobbiadene DOCG Extra Brut, Aldaina al Mas originates from a 6-hectare vineyard in Guia, situated at an altitude of 250 to 350 meters. The site is defined by its deep, fertile soils, the result of an ancient landslide. Officially launched with the 2023 vintage, this wine is the culmination of years of study in a vineyard Andreola has cultivated since 2013. The name “Aldaina al Mas” evokes local tradition, translating to “farmhouse on the landslide.”
This refers to the vineyard’s terroir, where the deep, fertile soil supporting the vineyard and its central farmhouse was formed by a historic landslide from the higher “Madean” hill. Crafted from 100% Glera grapes, Aldaina al Mas is distinguished by its freshness and persistence. The aromatic profile is elegant, presenting notes of white flowers, citrus, and green apple. On the palate, it delivers remarkable sapidity and vibrant acidity—a testament to the area’s significant diurnal temperature variations and the presence of calcareous marl in the soil. An ideal aperitif, it pairs impeccably with crudo, fried fish, fresh cheeses, and light appetizers.
Summer Wines: Benanti Etna Bianco DOC
Produced from 100% Carricante, a native white grape variety from Etna, this wine comes from vineyards located between 700 and 950 meters above sea level on the eastern and southern slopes of the volcano. The sandy, mineral-rich volcanic soil imparts a distinct minerality and freshness. It presents a straw-yellow color with greenish reflections. The nose is intense yet delicate, with notes of apple. The palate is dry and savory, with pleasant acidity and a long, aromatic finish. Vinified in stainless steel and briefly aged in the bottle, it is an elegant and quintessential wine, pairing perfectly with fish and seafood dishes.
Summer Wines: Caiarossa Bianco di Caiarossa 2021
The Bianco di Caiarossa 2021 is a prestigious Tuscan white wine from the renowned Tuscan Coast region, known for its unique microclimate. This wine represents the essence of the Chardonnay and Viognier varieties, blended in perfect harmony to offer a unique sensory experience. It is the result of meticulous vinification that enhances the distinctive characteristics of each grape, creating a balanced and nuanced wine. Ideal for accompanying fish and seafood, it provides a refined and complex tasting experience.
Summer Wines: Diesel Farm Bianco di Rosso
Bianco di Rosso is an elegant, fresh, and surprisingly versatile white wine. It has a brilliant straw-yellow color with golden reflections. The nose reveals fine, complex aromas with floral and fruity notes and a slight minerality. The palate is well-balanced, with good structure, lively acidity, and a persistent finish. Perfect as an aperitif, it also pairs well with fish dishes, white meats, and fresh cheeses.
Summer Wines: Follador Prosecco Cuvée Rosé
The Follador Prosecco Cuvée Rosé is an elegant sparkling wine from one of Veneto’s most historic wineries. Made from Glera grapes with a touch of Moscato Rosa, it immediately captivates with its brilliant pink hue and fine perlage. The nose is an explosion of fresh fruit: apple, pear, and apricot, with delicate floral nuances of linden that evoke summer. The palate is lively and fresh, with a sapidity that invites the next sip. Perfect for a sophisticated aperitif or a light dinner, it possesses an effortless character that charms with quiet confidence. A stylish toast to levity.
Summer Wines: La Farra Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut
Fresh, elegant, and versatile, this Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Millesimato Brut is distinguished by its fine, continuous perlage and delicate aromas of apple, peach, and a light mineral note. The palate is pleasantly lively, with good roundness and a clean, dry finish. Ideal as an aperitif and perfect with light dishes, it is the ideal companion for convivial summer moments.
Summer Wines: La Genisia Pinot Nero dell’Oltrepò Pavese DOC
This Pinot Nero from Oltrepò Pavese is an elegant and enveloping wine, born in the hills of Valle Coppa, a territory renowned for quality viticulture. It presents a beautiful ruby-red color with violet reflections. The nose offers intense aromas of red and dark fruits, enriched by light spicy notes. On the palate, it is full and velvety, with a pleasant persistence. This wine articulates the character of its territory with refinement and personality. As a fresh Pinot Noir, it is well-suited for serving at temperatures below 18°C.
Summer Wines: Librandi Segno Librandi Cirò Rosato DOC
The Segno Librandi Cirò Rosato DOC originates on the Ionian coasts of Calabria, where Gaglioppo, a proud native varietal, finds its most luminous expression. Its pale pink color recalls the sunset over the sea, while the fresh, vibrant palate speaks of sea breezes, clay soils, and agricultural passion. It is a wine that unites lightness and depth, ideal for those seeking elegance and authenticity. It aims to be both memory and present, tradition and the breath of the South.
Summer Wines: Pighin Soreli Bianco Collio DOC
In the Collio Goriziano lies the 30-hectare jewel estate of the Pighin company, where Soreli, its flagship wine, originates. A Bianco DOC Collio, its name—meaning “sun” in Friulian—is a nod to the sun exposure of its vineyards, located in a natural amphitheater within the Tenuta di Spessa di Capriva.
Soreli presents a novel interpretation of the three native white grapes of Collio: Friulano provides personality and structure, while Malvasia and Ribolla Gialla lend freshness and aromatic complexity. The result is a wine with an expressive nose of ripe apricot and hints of vanilla bean. The palate is harmonious with an elegant, varietal aromatic structure, revealing notes of orange peel. It is excellent with roasted white meats, vegetable soufflés, and egg-based dishes, and also pairs delightfully with fresh or blue cheeses.
Summer Wines: Poderi Luigi Einaudi Roero Arneis DOCG Donna Ida
Elegance, freshness, and territorial identity merge in the Roero Arneis “Donna Ida,” a white wine of refined character produced in the municipalities of Canale and Monteu Roero, in the heart of the Roero (CN). Made from Arneis grapes grown on marly-arenaceous soils with a significant limestone component, this wine has a pale straw-yellow color with greenish hues. The nose is delicate and herbaceous, with notes of fresh fruit and citrus. It captivates the palate with its lovely, harmonious, and persistent character, supported by a vivid freshness. Vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel, followed by aging on fine lees and one month in the bottle, enhances its varietal purity and gustatory balance.
Summer Wines: Saffirio Langhe DOC Rossese Bianco
The Langhe DOC Rossese Bianco is a rare and precious wine, an authentic expression of an ancient, nearly extinct varietal rediscovered in the Langhe hills. Vinified with care and aged in wood, it combines structure and freshness in a harmonious balance. The nose opens with fine, persistent aromas, while the palate surprises with its elegance and complexity. A perfect match for crustaceans, fish dishes, and medium-aged cheeses, this is a white wine of character, capable of narrating the deepest traditions of its territory. Its characteristics also make it suitable for an interesting aging trajectory.
Summer Wines: Suavia Monte Carbonare
Suavia’s Monte Carbonare is a Soave Classico that encapsulates the profound soul of a volcanic soil as black as charcoal. This 100% Garganega unleashes smoky and flinty notes on the nose, with citrus and floral touches that evoke a Mediterranean summer. In the mouth, it is creamy yet sharp, with a cutting freshness and a sapidity that cleanses the palate, making it ideal for the warmer months. Served at 11-13°C, it is a perfect companion for grilled fish, summer vegetables, or simply a sunset on the balcony.
Summer Wines: Talosa Pietrose Toscana Bianco IGT
Pietrose Toscana Bianco IGT from the Talosa winery is an unconventional white wine, born in Montepulciano but with a traveler’s soul. A bold blend of native and international varietals—Trebbiano, Malvasia, Grechetto, Petit Manseng, and Traminer—it tells the story of a sunny, yet sophisticated Tuscany. It ferments and ages patiently in wood, developing intense aromas of orange blossom, tropical fruit, and oriental spices. The palate is broad and saline, with a vibrant tension that makes it memorable. This is a “structured” white wine, capable of aging gracefully and surprising those who think Tuscany is only red.
Summer Wines: Tenuta di Castellaro Bianco Pomice
Bianco Pomice is characterized by an aroma and elegance traversed by a subtle yet perceptible and savory saline thread that makes it unique. It is a balanced wine born from the union of two very different varieties, which marry perfectly and complement each other, enhanced by the volcanic soil of Lipari. The intoxicating aromas of Malvasia delle Lipari blend naturally with the fresh, mineral caress of Carricante, creating a palate where the concept of balance becomes an archetype of a complex, quintessentially Aeolian elegance.
Summer Wines: Tenuta Stella Friulano Riserva Collio DOC
A white wine of great personality and an authentic expression of Friuli. Elegant and intense, it offers aromas of white flowers, almond, and light spicy nuances. The palate is enveloping and structured, with a beautiful freshness that enhances its balance and depth. A wine of character, it is ideal for those seeking a significant white wine capable of accompanying flavorful dishes or more meditative tasting moments.
Summer Wines: Tenute Tomasella Prò Prosecco Rosé DOC Spumante Extra Dry
A Spumante Rosé from Glera and Pinot Noir, with a ruby color, coral reflections, and a fine perlage. The nose releases floral scents of cherry blossom, red fruits, cassis, and light toasty notes. On the palate, it is elegant, with velvety bubbles, good structure, and a soft finish with hints of chestnut. Vinified separately and made sparkling via the Charmat method, it combines freshness and harmony. Excellent with appetizers, cured meats, raw fish, crustaceans, and delicate main courses. Perfect throughout a meal for those seeking a refined and versatile rosé.
Summer Wines: Terre d’Aenòr Franciacorta Satèn Ricciolina
The Satèn Ricciolina by Terre d’Aenòr is a Franciacorta Satèn that embodies elegance and softness, perfect for summer. Made from 100% Chardonnay and aged for over 24 months on the lees, it presents a brilliant straw-yellow color and an exceptionally fine perlage. The nose whispers aromas of hawthorn, nectarine, and fresh almond, with a balsamic touch. On the palate, it expresses the typical “sphericity” of Satèn: creamy and enveloping, yet always supported by a fresh minerality. Served cool (but not iced), it is ideal for accompanying light fried foods or sunset aperitifs, offering a silky caress on even the warmest days.
Summer Wines: Tommasi Le Fornaci Rosé
A refined rosé wine born on the shores of Lake Garda from the meeting of two symbolic local varietals: Turbiana and Rondinella. Its delicate color, reminiscent of rose petals, precedes an elegant nose with notes of pink grapefruit, peach blossom, and a mineral touch. The palate is fresh, subtle, and harmonious, with a pleasant citrusy vivacity. Perfect for an aperitif or to accompany light dishes, from seafood to Asian cuisine, it is a versatile rosé designed for every season and occasion.
Summer Wines: Vecchie Terre di Montefili Montefili Bianco
The Montefili Bianco from Vecchie Terre di Montefili is a little gem that expresses the freshness of Chianti in a white wine. Born from old Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc vines planted in 1982, this wine is the perfect synthesis of depth and drinkability. The nose releases a floral bouquet of elderflower and acacia, followed by fruity notes of green apple, conference pear, and lime zest. The palate is energetic and rich with mineral tension, with a vibrancy that stimulates the desire for another sip. Ideal for those who love to discover the more delicate and hidden soul of Tuscany.
Summer Wines: Ventiventi La Vie Lambrusco Rosso di Modena DOC
La Vie Lambrusco Rosso di Modena DOC from the Ventiventi winery is the perfect example of how Lambrusco can be an ideal summer companion. Produced from Lambrusco di Sorbara grapes grown on clay soils, this wine presents a light ruby-red color with pink reflections. On the nose, it offers aromas of strawberry, raspberry, and grapefruit, with floral hints and a slight saline note. The palate is juicy and fresh, with a pleasant initial tension that softens into a creamy, savory finish. Served at 8-10°C, it is perfect for accompanying aperitifs, light first courses, and summer barbecues, offering a convivial and refreshing experience.