Life is too short to drink bad wine

Itsasmendi is a domaine on the Spanish side of the basque region close to the sea. They use local grape varities that most people outside the region have not heard about. The Hondarribi Zuri grape used in this version, has bud break in March, it flowers end of May and is fully ripened by October. Thanks to special conditions close to the Atlantic sea and the 20% Riesling, the wine has a very nice citrus character , hints of grapefruit and white flowers. A well balanced white offering plenty of acidity and elegant taste. Serve with white fish or cheese. Itsasmendi 7 Txakoli Medium price range

This white wine from the beautiful region of Savoie in France is made from the unusual grape called Jacquere. Apparantly this grape derives from Condrieu in Rhone. The funny thing is that the wine can you remind you of a Condrieu light as the smell is lovely perfumed with pear, apricot and apples. The taste is lively and fruity with a touch of minerality. Very fresh and also quite light making it perfect as just an aperitif. The wine is unoaked. Savoie Chignin 2010 "La Gerbelle", 130 NOK (low price) or ca 6€. Very reasonable and lively white wine.