From the rolling green hills just two miles from the Slovenian border comes the Poggiobello 2019 Friuli Pinot Grigio, an informal but classic expression with bright citrus, apple and dry grass or hay. The wine is easy-going and smooth with the natural freshness and mild texture to pair with an easy lunchtime salad, maybe with shrimp. You get some crushed stone or chalk on the finish.

This wine offers attractive brilliance and surprising aromatic intensity with harmonious notes of honey, stone fruit, fresh apricot and melon. It has a creamy, thick texture that underscores its great potential for food pairing. ——M.L.(7/1/2008)—— 87