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 Spring is finally in full bloom here in Minnesota, which leads me to thoughts of Roses and crisp white wines to celebrate the sunshine and increasingly warmer temperatures.  The other night I opened a wine that perfectly captures the season’s bright light and sense of new beginnings after a long winter. It was Mary Taylor’s Sofia Brescia Veneto Frizzante Bianco, a lightly sparkling wine from the foothills of the Alps in northeastern Italy. The vineyards are located on the east side of the province of Vicenza, farmed sustainably and were planted some 30 years ago.  Sofia Brescia is a name given to honor the previous generation of wine growers, many of whom were women. The wine is comprised of two grapes, Glera and Gargenega. The Glera grape is best known for producing Prosecco wines, while Gargenega is best known as the white grape variety used to make Soave wines. Frizzante wine is a lower pressure than Spumante, with just a hint of refreshing effervescence that keeps the wine dancing on your palate with a sense of freshness.  There is just enough fruit to help flesh out the wine and create a lasting finish, making this a incredibly versatile wine to enjoy with friends and family at your next gathering.  It works perfectly on its own, with light appetizers, grilled chicken and fish and pasta.  Saluti!