The 2008 Arboreus is a beautifully focused, lithe white that impresses for its energy and length. The wine was fermented on the skins for 28 days, then left on its gross lees for over six months, but comes across as lighter and more delicate than the Santa Chiara. Sweet amber tones laced with mint, flowers and tangerine linger on the exquisite finish. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2016.
Importer: Rosenthal Wine Merchants, Pine Plains, NY; tel. (800) 910-1990