Straw yellow; varietal ripe apple-led fruit fragrances; dry, well-structured palate sustained by pleasing acidity through to a long-lingering finish. It pairs very well with steamed small crustaceans, spaghetti with clams and grilled zucchini.

The north-west of Italy provides the ideal environment for producing crisp and vibrant Pinot Grigio. This one from Portone boasts a classic array vanilla, zesty lime and crunchy Granny Smith apples. Perfect for any occasion!

Grown on the Bunnamagoo vineyards in Mudgee and held in French oak for nine months and stirred often to aid the final texture. The result is a wine that shows notes of grass and lemon with a complex hint of dough. The flavours continue on the textured palate with fine acidity and good length.

Feudi di San Gregorio today epitomises the oenological renaissance of southern Italy, promoting a wine culture for the rediscovery of Mediterranean flavours. The colour is a definitive golden yellow with green reflections. There are sharp sensations of the Mediterranean: fresh flowers such as chamomile, yellow peach and candied orange. A white ideal for accompanying crustaceans, fish with sauces and grilled seafood.

Clear, ripe and flavour-filled. A classic Fiano wine with citrus and floral scents that flow similarly to the palate along with mineral and chalk in a densely rich yet fresh white wine.

Light and refreshing, this Sparkling Moscato from Piemonte bursts with peach flavours and a zesty citrus finish.

Pecorino is an ancient grape variety (traditionally grown by the monks) rediscovered in the '80s. It makes a fresh, dry, citrus-flavoured white wine. On the label is recreated a typical Abruzzo scene, with a vine growing up a hillside, dominated by an ancient tower.

There's a world of delicious Italian whites to discover, including Soave. Made from Garganega it has a complex palate of nectarines and wet stones plus zingy acidity. Exciting and hugely different.