The 2007 Bianco is one of the most unusual Vermentinos readers are likely to come across. Dettori’s Bianco is a rich, honeyed white that impresses for its richness and density. Tangerine peel, roasted nuts and light honey develop in the glass. This is a beautiful white from Dettori. The slightly oxidative notes may not appeal to everyone, but readers who enjoy whites macerated on the skins will find much to admire. These Vermentino vines are nearly 50 years old. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2015. Alessandro Dettori makes some of the most unique and compelling wines in Sardinia. Minuscule yields from old vineyards, biodynamic farming and a non-interventionalist approach in the cellar form the backbone of Dettori’s philosophy. The wines are made with natural yeasts and are neither fined nor filtered prior to bottling. At their best, these are profound wines, but they are also totally natural. At times the alcohol levels are high and the wines, which contain very low sulfites, can be fragile. Still, readers seeking to discover the heights of Sardinian oenology owe it to themselves to experience the wines of Alessandro Dettori. This is an excellent set of new releases, although 2006 looks to be an uneven vintage. Dettori will not release the flagship Dettori Rosso, and the overall level of the top bottlings seems a notch or two lower than has been the case in the recent past.Importers: Free Run Llc, Seattle, WA; Vitis Import, Inglewood, CA; tel. (310) 674-1112