Albino Armani 2009 Pinot Grigio Val d’Adige Corvara ($20). Nice! With complex mineral structure underlying floral and green apple notes, finishing clean and lightly spicy. Food-friendly with all kinds of meze, tapas or small plates. Ready to drink now. (2011-02-17)

Alois Lageder

2008 Pinot Bianco Alto Adige Haberle ($20). An excellent example of the Alto Adige style of Pinot Blanc — full bodied and steely, with crisp, concentrated, aromatic apple and pear character, and accents of mineral and dough. Ready to drink now. Locate this wine online or in your area. (2011-10-27)

2006 Chardonnay Alto Adige Lowengang ($47). Intense varietal aromas include rich apple and pear and introduce a focused, elegant wine. With intriguing acidity and minerality along with ripe apple, fig, honey and baking spices, and a rich, generous finish. Very nice. Ready to drink now and over the next 3-4 years. Locate this wine online or in your area. (2010-09-29)

Bottega Vinaia

Cavit 2004 Zeveri Muller Thurgau ($21). A pretty, delicate straw color, with intensely aromatic citrus along with floral, herb and spice accents mingling with loads of mineral character. Crisp, complex finish. Ready to drink now. (Italian Connection 06/07)

Concilio 1998 Pinot Grigio Trentino Contessa Manci ($14). Unusual orchard fruit notes sneak in here — nectarine is apparent. Also a faint hint of vanilla. All in all, this is a delightful wine with the good acidity and crispness that I want. Ready to drink now. (Wine Tasting Party, 08/00)

Lunetta NV Prosecco Trentino ($12). It’s easy to like, with refreshing citrus and pear flavors that bubble through the slightly spicy finish. Ready to drink right this second! (Weekend Wine 12/06)

Maso Canali