Above all, wine is meant to bring people together, encourage conversation and be fun. If there’s a quintessential “fun wine,” it is certainly the sparkling, low-alcohol Moscatos made in Northern Italy. I jokingly refer to these as breakfast wines, but they are remarkably fresh, lively wines that rarely exceed 5 to 6% alcohol. Their aromatics are stunning, and no one does a better job making these wines than Rinaldi. There are three cuvees to contemplate. Importer:Fran Kysela, Kysela Pere et Fils, Winchester, VA; Tel. (540) 722-9228; Fax (540) 722-9258; www.kysela.com

Light-bodied and fresh, with hints of orange and grapefruit candy mixing with apricot, citrus zest and floral notes. Drink now. 7,800 cases made, 7,000 cases imported.??–AN??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Moscato d'Asti Select to Add