Ceretto’s 2008 Blange’ flows with an array of white peaches, mint and spices in a slightly effervescent style. This crisp, fresh white offers good length, with lingering notes of sweetness on the finish that recall Moscato. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2010. Importer: Wilson Daniels Ltd, St. Helena, CA; tel. (707) 963-9661

Blange is a supremely clean and pristine white wine to drink as an aperitivo or with fresh salads or seafood. There are bright fruit notes here of peach, pear and citrus but there’s also a very attractive mineral tone that holds it all together. The wine is fresh, crisp and tonic throughout. ——M.L.(12/1/2010)—— 87