There’s a slightly bitter or sour note here on top of candied fruit, banana and white almond. That said, the wine delivers satisfying density and texture in the mouth—it is creamy and soft without being flat or dull. The blend is Ribolla Gialla, Verduzzo and Picolit.——M.L.(8/1/2009)—— 87

Brought to us from the distant 1999 vintage, Cialla Bianco (a blend of Ribolla Gialla, Verduzzo and Picolit) demonstrates that white wines from Northeast Italy can age. The wine delivers aromas of sweet orange, candied fruit, caramel and butterscotch. It’s creamy and sweet tasting too.——M.L.(8/1/2009)—— 88