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First Whites of Spring

The daffodils are in bloom, there's bird song in the air, and the first crisp fresh white wines of spring are just begging to be tasted. Al has a set of wines that are perfect for the season.

Click here for the full list. 

Valmiño Albariño, Rias Baixas '15   

Light, tart, easy drinking, very refreshing.

Quality: ★★

Price Range: less than $20

Alois Lagader Pinot Grigio, Dolomiti '15 

More body than most pinot grigios, very sophisticated, good for dinner.

Quality: ★★1/2

Price Range: less than $20

Santa Cristina Campogrande Orivietto '14

One of Italy's classic whites, bone dry, crisp, but surprisingly fleshy and fruity.

Quality: ★★

Price Range: less than $20

Casa Ferreirinha "Planalto" Douro Valley vinho branco seco '14

From the same region that give us port comes a light and flavorful white.

Quality: ★★

Price Range: less than $20

As General Partner of Clipper City Brewing Company, L.P., Hugh J. Sisson is among Baltimore's premier authorities on craft brewing and a former manager of the state's first pub brewery, Sissons, located in Federal Hill. A fifth generation Baltimorean, Hugh has been involved in all aspects of craft brewing.