Bluefish are here! Betsy celebrated the first of the season by broiling filets on a bed of scallions with a gin, lime, and butter sauce. OK, how's that for a tough match- oily fish, citrus, and gin?
Not a dish to bring out an expensive wine, but crisp acidity seemed to be the idea. In our $10 category let's try the 2005 Ocone Falanghina (Taburno). Nice acidity (I'm always a little surprised that Campanian whites are as crisp as they are), lighter body, clean pear fruit with a touch of mineral and grapefruit. Not as big as the Mastrobernardino or Feudi San Gregorio Falanghinas. Not a lot of complexity here, though there is a touch of that almond-nuttiness on the finish, but a very pleasant drink overall. B/B+
Grade disclaimer: I'm a very easy grader, basically A is an excellent wine, B a good wine, C mediocre. Anything below C means I wouldn't drink at a party where it was only choice. Furthermore, I offer no promises of objectivity, accuracy, and certainly not of consistency