Cabreo 1998 Chardonnay Toscana La Pietra ($17). Well made, with intense tropical and citrus fruits, picking up an appealing, clean oak note on the finish. Drink now. (Party Planning, 02/01)

Castello Banfi

2010 Pinot Grigio Toscana Le Rime ($9). A nice, cheap Pinot Grigio, offering bright lime zest and pretty floral accents to the juicy apple character. Worked with a bruschetta of sauteed figs and fresh ricotta sprinkled with fresh mint. Ready to drink now. Locate this wine online or in your area. (2011-08-11)

2009 Toscana Bianco (White) Centine ($11). Pretty and refreshing, with lemony citrus and crisp apple and pear, and a lightly creamy notes on the clean finish. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc (40%), Pinot Grigio (30%) and Chardonnay. Ready to drink now. (2011-01-05)

2009 Toscano Rosé Centine ($11). Easy to like — crisp and bright, with cranberry, tart wild strawberry, orange peel and mineral notes on a light, refreshing frame. A blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Ready to drink now. (2011-01-05)

1997 Chardonnay Sant’Antimo Fontanelle ($19). This is a  nutty and full bodied wine, with spicy apple, pear, and hazelnut notes and a nicely balanced oak finish. (Wine Skinny Cooks, 10/00)

Castello di Gabbiano 2003 Pinot Grigio Venezie ($10). Pretty, apple fresh nose leads to crisp citrus and apple flavors. Light-bodied and easy to gulp! Ready to drink now. (Italian Connection, 08/04)

Coltibuono 2006 Toscana White Trappoline ($12) was a tasty little thirst quencher at happy hour. A blend of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, it offers some ripe apple and medium-bodied character that is brightened and lightened with citrus and mineral notes. Perfect for pairing with barfood fried snacks. Ready to drink now. (Picks & Nibbles, 09/07)

Fattoria di Felsina

2000 Chardonnay Toscana Berardenga I Sistri ($32). Wonderful stuff, with rich, concentrated apple and juicy tropical fruit. Heady bouquet. Generous finish. As good as any Chardonnay we’ve tasted in recent memory. Ready to drink now. (Weekend Wine, 02/03)

1998 Chardonnay Toscana Berardenga i Sistri ($28). Full-bodied and beautiful, this Chardonnay offers bold tropical fruit and waves of honey and butterscotch. Balanced acidity keeps it from being over the top. Long luscious finish. Drink now and over the next two or three years. (Party Planning, 02/01)

Frescobaldi 2001 Pomino Tenuta di Pomino Benefizio ($27). Lush, enchanting bouquet includes jasmine and lemon curd and fresh orchard fruit. Primarily Chardonnay, this wine is rich and creamy, with ripe apple and apricot flavors laced with caramel and toasty oak. Ready to drink now. (Italian Connection 08/05)