What to drink this summer

A brilliant Chardonnay from the Langhe, this is tightly wound but still with plenty of opulent fruit. Never overbearing, this is just such a joy to drink.

An indigenous grape that had long been forgotten, this is such a lovely white. Nice weight in the palate, with slightly herby notes and a long, peachy finish. This will age, too: older bottles we've tried have been so complex, mineral, and long.

Broader than the Ribolla Gialla, this washes over the palate with notes of lemon pith and orange blossom. The finish is ever so slightly waxy, but the wine is not lacking freshness. Delicious.

This is so atypical from Prosecco, the DOC wouldn't let Primo label it as such. But never mind: it's one of the best sparklings we know. Notes of orange blossom and iodine on the nose, and hints of wild strawberry and lots of salinity on the palate. So impressive.