Check out these four whites wines under $24, from some great producers across some various terroirs &ndash; France, Italy, Spain. Spring is in the air. 

1. <a href="https://www.grapesthewineco.com/wines/Albert-Bichot-Macon-Villages-2021-w5059396ma">Albert Bichot - M&acirc;con-Villages 2021 &ndash; $16.99</a>

First up, let&#39;s head to the beautiful region of Burgundy in France where we&#39;ll find Maison Albert Bichot, a family-owned winery with roots dating back to 1831. The winemaker here is Alain Serveau who brings over two decades of experience and an unyielding commitment to crafting wines that express their terroir.

The M&acirc;con-Villages 2021 is a Chardonnay varietal which boasts an alcohol level of around 13%. This wine has been described by critics as having a lively acidity complemented by flavors of green apple, lemon zest and just a hint of mineral undertones giving it its unique character.

Tasting notes highlight this wine&rsquo;s fresh nose offering pleasant aromas of fruits like peach and pear mixed with citrusy hints. It&#39;s well-balanced on the palate, combining richness, liveliness and long-lasting flavours.

When it comes to food pairings for this gem from Burgundy? Think seafood dishes or poultry in cream sauce; even goat cheese would be great!

2. <a href="https://www.grapesthewineco.com/wines/Arnaldo-Caprai-Grechetto-Colli-Martani-Grecante-2018-w9430425yf">Arnaldo Caprai - Grechetto Colli Martani Grecante 2018 - $16.99</a>

Next stop: Italy! We&#39;re visiting Umbria&#39;s prestigious Arnaldo Caprai Winery known for reviving Sagrantino di Montefalco grape variety since its establishment in1971 under Marco Caprai&rsquo;s leadership.

Our focus though is on another one of their treasures- the Grechetto Colli Martani Grecante 2018 made entirely from Grechetto grapes with an alcohol content at about 13%.

Critics have praised this white wine for its delicate bouquet marked by enticing tropical fruit scents along with some floral nuances while tasting notes reveal ripe peaches, honeydew melon balanced beautifully against a backdrop of crisp acidity.

Pair this Italian delight with appetizers, pasta dishes or fish for an unforgettable meal!

3. <a href="https://www.grapesthewineco.com/wines/Bodegas-Ponce-Reto-Manchuela-2021-w9598801zs">Bodegas Ponce - Reto Manchuela 2021 - $23.99</a>

Spain is our next destination where we find the innovative Bodegas Ponce in Manchuela region founded by Juan Antonio Ponce in 2005 who uses biodynamic farming to bring out the best from his vines.

The star here is their Reto Manchuela 2021 made from Albilla grape variety and has an alcohol level of about 13%. This Spanish white wine has won over critics with its complex profile boasting aromas of pear, ripe apple intermingled with floral notes while tasting reveals fresh minerality balanced against vibrant fruit flavors.

As for food pairings? Try it alongside seafood paella or grilled chicken for a perfect match!

4. <a href="https://www.grapesthewineco.com/wines/Feudo-Di-Montoni-Catarratto-2021-w90996691s">Feudo Di Montoni - Catarratto 2021 - $19.99</a>

Finally, let&#39;s journey to Sicily where Feudo di Montoni winery lies nestled since late eighteenth century under Fazio family&rsquo;s stewardship currently led by Fabio Sireci who champions organic viticulture.

Their Catarratto 2021 crafted from native Sicilian grape varietal &#39;Catarratto&#39; offers around 12% alcohol content making it light and refreshing on palate.

Critics have praised this wine&#39;s expressive nose filled with hints of citrus fruits and wildflowers leading into lively acidity that perfectly balances the lush tropical fruit flavors upon tasting.

Food pairing suggestions include Mediterranean fare like grilled vegetables, risotto or even fried calamari would be delightful companions!

Whether you&#39;re new to wines or just looking to expand your palette without breaking bank these four wines offer great value packed full of flavor! So why not take your taste buds on a global tour today? Thanks @GrapesWineCo.&nbsp;

Check out these four whites wines under $24, from some great producers across various terroirs – France, Italy, Spain. Spring is in the air.

Four must try white wines for under $24 from France, Spain, and Italy

Wines from grapes grown in higher altitude areas with cooler climate has become quite the trend recently. This specific growing environment gives intense flavor but elegance and freshness to the final wines. To highlight and champion these conditions more and more winemakers are starting to use alto as a marketing and labelling term to show their grapes were grown in high altitude vineyards.

Decoding the wine label: Alto

Brut is a word often seen on labels for different kinds of sparkling wine. As you may have discovered when drinking these wines, it indicates that the wine is dry, meaning there is no perceived sweetness in the wine. But how about Extra Brut or Dry, what do they mean and are they the same as Brut?

Decoding the wine label: Brut

Semi-sweet Riesling, a type of wine falling out of style. It’s a shame, since these wines are perfect to pair with flavorful cuisines like Asian or Mexican, or simply drink as they come under the summer sun. The higher level of sugar left in the wine also means that the alcoholic fermentation was stopped before finishing, providing a wine with lower alcohol level and therefor easier grabbing a second glass of.

Decoding the wine label: Spätlese

Have you ever heard the word Xinomavro? Most have not. It is however a word on many sommeliers’ lips today, as it happens to be considered the grape variety with the highest quality in Greece, and one that is trending at the moment. The fact that Greece have been making wine for a long time comes as no surprise, but they have never exported an amount to make sure wine lovers around the globe tried it. With the growing wine tourism many have discovered these wines and are serving them in wine bars and restaurants in many countries today.

Decoding the wine label: Xinomavro

Chianti Classico, Valpolicella Classico, Soave Classico… Why do all these Italian wine regions have the Classico addendum and what does it mean? What is the difference for wines labeled as Classico?

Classico is a wine term in Italy seen on a few wine labels and it indicates that the wine’s from the historic center of the region, the heart. Using Chianti and Chianti Classico and their Sangiovese-based red wines as an example, Chianti is a rather large wine district within the Tuscany region. Chianti Classico is located withing Chianti as the central part and the one that originally existed. Back then this smaller region was actually called Chianti, but as the region grew the quality of the wine plummeted and the well-known characteristics of these red wines were watered down. The reputation took a hit and sales diminished. Eventually this led to the creation of Chianti Classico, which would be drawn from the original Chianti borders to recover the typicity of these wines. Today the quality of both Chianti and Chianti Classico have risen a lot due to modern techniques and knowledge about pruning, planting and temperature control in the winery.

Decoding the wine label: Classico

In the rarefied world of fine wine, where bottles can command prices equivalent to luxury cars, authenticity is everything. Laurent Ponsot's gripping memoir "FBI: Fake Bottle Investigation" reads more like a high-stakes thriller than a traditional wine book, chronicling his relentless pursuit of one of the wine world's most infamous counterfeiters, Rudy Kurniawan.

From Burgundy's Vineyards to the FBI's Most Wanted: A Winemaker's Quest for Justice

Chablis – one of the more popular styles of wine today and a region known by many. Most are familiar with the word Chablis and the light, fresh white wine with a touch of minerality it brings. Even though it’s a renowned wine, few knows what it really is.

Decoding the wine label: Chablis

Many grape varieties around the world of wine have names local to the region or country they’re grown in, even though they’re exactly the same. The most famous example would be Syrah in France where the same grape is named Shiraz in Australia. Another variety with two names is Pinot Grigio, or Pinot Gris.

Decoding the wine label: Pinot Grigio

Have you ever seen the term sur lie on a wine label? It’s not a grape and not a wine region, but a winemaking method used to give certain styles of white wine a rounder texture and a more complex flavor profile.

Decoding the wine label: Sur lie

Robert Tas and Tina Johansson, WSET Diploma Graduate and Michelin restaurant sommelier, review the wine list at Bocca di Lupo in London. 

Wine List Review of Bocca di Lupo in London, U.K.

Tina Johansson

Bocca di Lupe

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Bocca di Lupo

RT: Hello and welcome to CorkRules!

I&rsquo;m your host Robert Tas along with Tina Johansson, WSET Diploma Graduate and Michelin restaurant sommelier.

Hi Tina, thanks for being back with us on another episode of CorkRules, - a podcast where we help simplify and demystify the wine lists at some of your favorite restaurants. We talk with certified sommeliers and wine professionals who point out interesting bottles, classic food and wine pairings, hidden gems, value wines, or splurge wines that will take your dining experience over the top.

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TJ: Thank you Robert, good to be back here with you.

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RT: Today we&rsquo;re visiting Bocca di Lupo in London, an authentic Italian restaurant that have gotten many accolades since opening in 2008, due to their simple but genuine food. All 20 regions are represented on the menu, that is ever-changing to follow the seasons. They make as much as they can on their own, like pasta, sausages and mostarda and they even have their own gelato shop! A dream place for anyone into the amazing Italian cuisine.

TJ: Yeah, Italian food is one of my favorites, as is the wine. But yes, the food made here really takes me back to all the times I&rsquo;ve visited Italy and I just love it. And the wines here! The list is Italian only, they don&rsquo;t even serve champagne! I really admire restaurants that stay true to their concept like this one.

RT: Wow, not many restaurants are brave enough not to serve champagne these days. So if you want to start with something bubbly, what should you drink instead?

TJ: Well Italy actually makes some amazing sparkling wines as well. Everyone knows prosecco, but they have other styles of sparkling wine as well that are made with the traditional method, meaning the same as in champagne. To really dive into the Italian vibe here I would start with a sparkling wine from Trentino in the north of Italy. One of the Top producers here is Ferrari and one of their most prestigious wines has a place on the list here, their 2015 Perl&eacute; Nero Riserva Brut made from Pinot Noir. Fantastic start, fresh but quite full-bodied to handle different cheeses and salumi for the classic antipasti platter.

RT: Sounds delicious! I&rsquo;ve been admiring the menu and what better way than to start an evening with sparkling wine, burrata cheese and Parma ham?

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TJ: Definitely! They do something else I love here, all food has a region of origin next to them which is so cool. As you might now by now I&rsquo;m a big fan of eating food and drinking wine from the same area, so listing region for both wine and food is just the best idea. And listen to these courses; risotto nero with cuttlefish in its own ink from Veneto, the classic aubergine parmigiana from Campania and a pot dish with chickpeas, tomato and mint from Puglia. Getting hungry yet?

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RT: Yeah absolutely! And thirsty. What are we drinking with all of this amazing food?

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TJ: Well for me, a safe bet with food containing a lot of tomato is anything Sangiovese-based. They have an amazing Brunello di Montalcino from Tuscany, and the Brunello DOCG area has to make their wines with 100% Sangiovese by law. So I&rsquo;d drink the Casanova di Neri Brunello called Cerretalto from 2016. A fantastic bottle!

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RT: Wow, bringing out the big guns here! Brunello wines are amazing. So Besides this one, is there anything else you must try on the list?

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TJ: Yes, I see a Freisa I would love to drink. Freisa is a less know grape variety from Piedmont that usually makes a bit lighter and fruitier styles of wine. The name Freisa comes from the Italian word for strawberry. Let&rsquo;s open a bottle of 2018 Freisa Ky&egrave; from the producer Vajra.

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RT: Sounds great, always fun to try something less common when out dining. Thank you for your recommendations today Tina. To our audience, thank you all for joining us here on Corkrules.

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If you would like us to review one of your favorite

restaurants, please send us email to: Info@corkrules.Com or visit our web website where we have a request form available and we will do our best to get it in the queue as quick as possible.

We are looking forward to being with you on another CorkRules episode soon. In the meantime, please check out our website for other episodes of your favorite restaurant wine lists wherever you get your podcasts.

And finally, drink what you love and please make sure you drink responsibly.

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