Enrico Scavino and his two daughters, Enrica and Elisa, run the legendary Paolo Scavino estate in Barolo’s hallowed Castiglione Falletto zone. Their enviable vineyard portfolio encompasses eighteen of Barolo’s finest sites, including the grands crus Rocche dell’Annunziata, Prapo, Rocche di Castiglione, Bric dël Fiasc, Cannubi and Monvigliero. Scavino’s sole white wine, Sorriso, is a fascinating blend of Chardonnay (40%), Sauvignon Blanc (40%), and Viognier. Pale gold with green glints, Scavino’s Sorriso casts gorgeous aromas of white peaches, apricots, grapefruit pith, honeysuckle blossoms, and freshly chopped herbs. Full-bodied yet deft, the Sorriso conveys a juicy kernel of lime, apricot, and peach backed by a riveting mineral current and complex suggestions of sappy cashew, rubbed sage, and wintergreen. Long, and complex way beyond its price tag, the Sorriso finishes brisk and clean with finishing suggestions of zesty citrus fruit. This will prove a terrific warm weather selection that will pair nicely with Dover sole, brook trout, delicate poultry preparations, grilled summer squashes, and other lighter fare. Drink now or over the coming three years. Limited.
