This possesses plenty of crowd appeal, with its crisp, balanced palate. It''s juicy, limey, with peachy nuances, leesy hints, a nice texture, floral highlights and a fantastically mouthwatering finish.

With dusty apple cider aromas and tingling acidity, this seems a lot like Galician Albarino even though it’s from Costers del Segre in Catalonia. Given its price, it boasts solid if pithy apple and gooseberry flavors, modest elegance and only a touch of bitterness on a green fruit finish. Drink soon. ——M.S.(6/1/2010)—— 86