Paolo Scavino 'Sorriso' 2013

Paolo Scavino's 'Sorriso' blew my socks off! It overtook my dinner at Avoce, surpassing everything I had eaten at the table except for dessert, a small plate of zeppoli accompanied by a light toffee sauce.

Paolo Scavino is a winery in the Barolo region. It was founded in 1921 in Castiglione Falletto by Lorenzo Scavino and his son Paolo. Farming has always been a family tradition and passion with Enrico Scavino, who together with daughters Enrica and Elisa (fourth generation) run the family Estate. Since 2000, the Langhe D.O.C. Sorriso, has remained as a blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon blanc, and Viognier, vinified and aged in stainless steel.

Viognier is a finicky grape and can show the characteristics of a flat tire unless the skills of a highly skilled winemaker are used. In the 'Sorriso' 2013 blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier, all were soft but well balanced on the palate. There was a slight hint of effervescence, which could've been the result of the vintage being young or from being leftover from the primary fermentation.  Whatever the reason, I enjoyed the miniscule bubbles as this made the wine seemingly more alive. With a clean acidity towards the end and a long finish the experience was nothing but refreshing, complimenting my main course of seared tuna well. 

Wine: Paolo Scavino, 'Sorriso' 2013
Price: $ 16.00 (Average) 
Blend: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier
Origin: Italy