Traditionally, the red wines of Italy have garnered the country’s greatest recognition, but as awareness of the country’s wine diversity grows, so too does the world’s appreciation for Italian white wines. From north to south, all of Italy’s regions produce white wine, typically crafted from local grape varieties.

While they can vary from light to full and fruity to earthy, all typically have bright, fine acidity, making Italian white wines perfect for summer refreshment. While the list of Italian white grapes, regions, and wine styles could go on for pages, these five will beat the heat long past Labor Day.