Cramele Recas, The Wine Atlas Feteasca Regala, Recas, Banat, Romania NV

I’m including this Romanian white for several reasons. It is astonishingly good value for a crowd-pleasing party white. Without doubt it’s exotic tropical bloom is a cue for sunnier days to spill around the fountain of memory. And it shows the potential for Romania with local grapes like Royal Maiden also known as Feteasca Regala. One to keep in the fridge for when the carol singers swing by – pour in liberal quantities with snacks. And if you’ve any coronation chicken knocking around, this bargain scented white makes a delightful pairing.