Ascheri Langhe Arneis 2014

Just the kind of crisp white you want when it’s cold outside, this one. Made from the little-known Arneis grape, grown in the Piedmont region of northern Italy more famous for its red wines, like Barolo and Barbaresco. The whites don’t get out much; the Italians drink much of it. But Arneis, which translates as ‘little rascal’ thanks to its tendency to be a bugger to grow, is properly refreshing with citrus flavours and a bit of spice to rock the taste buds. And this is from one of my favourite producers, too. Not cheap, but great value.