Moser, Trento DOC (Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy) “51,151″ Brut NV

($23, Divino International Wine and Spirit):  The name of the wine, “51,151”, refers to a cycling record that Francesco Moser set in Mexico City in 1984, according to their website.  This 100 percent Chardonnay base bubbly is, indeed, racy (pun intended), but the elegance imparted by that grape shows, making for a lovely balance.  Its clean and crisp character makes it an excellent aperitive, while its sturdy spine allows you to enjoy it with a meal, with grilled swordfish for example.
90 Michael Apstein Aug 20, 2019