It’s all in the name. The root word for Chiaretto is, Chiara, meaning, clear or light. The translation here is “the little pale one” referring to the delicate pink color. Exotic fruit flavors and flowers spring out of the glass; orange blossom, red berries, citrus, and stone fruits combine on the palate with surprising weight and texture. With just a few hours in contact with the skins, the delicate color is not to be underestimated. A versatile food wine from charcuterie and fresh cheese to seafood, Cajun flavors, or southern fried chicken. This wine handles a little spice very well. Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara (55%/35%/10%)