The 2012 Trebbiano d'Abruzzo Chimera is a bright and citrus driven expression of Trebbiano with honey and yellow flower at the back. The wine offers a simple and streamlined mouthfeel with steady consistency and mild acidity.

A solid, compact version, mixing moderate lemon rind with hints of spice and a subtle earthy undertone. Drink now. 9,500 cases made, 1,800 cases imported.??–NW??Region: Italy / Trebbiano d'Abruzzo Select to Add

Villa Medoro’s 2011 Trebbiano d’Abruzzo Chimera is richer, rounder and a bit more polished than the straight Trebbiano. A note of gunflint and crushed rocks at times recalls Meursault in this gorgeous, vibrant white. Layers of melon, white peaches and flowers meld into the seamless, voluptuous finish. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2014. This lineup from Villa Medoro is full of gorgeous, reasonably priced wines. The estate excels with both Trebbiano and Montepulciano, as these notes show. Importer: Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (631) 467-5907

The 2010 Chimera (Trebbiano, Falanghina) presents hints of freshly cut flowers and white peaches along with a delicate, understated personality. This beautifully balanced, harmonious wine should be at its best over the next few years. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2014. Importer: Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (631) 467-5907

Villa Medoro’s 2009 Chimera (Trebbiano, Falanghina) is a very pretty, crisp white laced with perfumed pears, white peaches, and jasmine, all of which come together very nicely. This is a terrific bottle of white for the money. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2012. Importer: Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (631) 467-5907