A native Piedmontese grape (and close relative of Vermentino), Favorita owes its name to the fact that it was the preferred variety of the Queen of Savoy, yet another nod to Verduno's historical importance when it came to supplying royalty with wine. Polished, poised, and surprisingly soulful, this is full of grapefruit and lemon zest, juicy white peaches, apricots, and fresh almonds, balanced by chalky stony flavors and a hint of smoke on this finish. Crisp and savory with a delightful mineral vein, this a quintessential aperitif wine that can you all the way through dinner.