A really interesting wine for lunch @ Venissa Il Ristorante: Santi Angeli Case Paolin Manzoni Bianco 2011...

Made w/ a grape from a cross between Pinot Bianco & Riesling Renano called Manzoni Bianco in honour of the famous Prof Manzoni, from the Scuola Enologica Conegliano, who creates the Grape.

Very interesting nose w/ notes of toast & smoked & dried citrus skins. A touch nutty & candied apricot & plenty of wet stones minerality... A mouth filling palate, velvety but crisp all at once. Lovely refreshing mouthfeel. Long finish w/ plenty of smoky citrus & stone fruits. Lovely!