Giovanna Tantini, Bardolino Chiaretto 2018

Tantini harvests the grapes for her chiaretto first, choosing larger clusters with higher acidity, and always maximises Corvina in the blend. An undemanding glassful of raspberry sorbet punctuated by hints of herbal flowers and spice.

Pale blush; white-fruit and citrus notes on the nose. An intense, juicy, very moreish palate featuring a delicate fruit-salad character and firm underlying structure. Benchmark style.