Produttori del Gavi Cortese 2008, 12.5%, €11.70.Light classic quince nose, with lifted pear aromas too; good fresh yellow fruits, a crisp citrus acidity. Drink on its own or with a bowl of mussels. Stockists:www.atasteofitaly.ie; Wicklow Wine Company; The Wine Boutique, Ringsend; Michael's Wines, Mount Merrion; Partridges, Gorey; Deveney's, Dublin; Power Smullen, Lucan; Red Island Wine, Skerries.
Rosso del Palazzone, Vino da Tavola, 13%, €11.95.One straight out of the traditional style of winemaking, with some stewed prunes and earthy, leathery flavours finishing smoothly. This would go nicely with lighter meaty pasta dishes. Stockist:www.fromvineyardsdirect.ie, 01-8457645.