The grape is an ancient one, originating in Greece, but it can be found all over Europe with various names, sweetness levels and even colors (some varieties are red). Except for a few prestigious dessert wines from Eastern Europe, the Bianca varietal is the most popular and typically the driest. The best in Italy come from Friuli- the region in the high northeastern region on the border of Slovenia. This one reminds me of those Biancas. Birichino is based in Santa Cruz sourcing grapes primarily from the Central Coast is a natural & organic wine. Look for: lychee, wildflowers, tangerine blossoms, pear, apricot, gentle lemon and fresh minerality