A graceful, mineral-driven red, with seamless integration of the firm, fine-grained tannins and concentrated flavors of ripe raspberry, star anise, Earl Grey and red licorice. Light on its feet, this red boasts complexity and depth. Drink now through 2030. 500 cases made, 150 cases imported.

Subtle aromas recalling new leather, sun-warmed flint and dried Alpine herb mingle together in the glass along with a whiff of forest floor. Firm and linear, the elegantly structured palate offers dried cherry, star anise and a mineral note of wet stone alongside taut, refined tannins.

The 2017 Valtellina Superiore Fiamme Antiche is another pretty wine in this part of the range. Sweet dried cherry, rose petal, mint, orange peel and cinnamon are nicely lifted. This ethereal Valtellina Superiore is all charm.