Pressed rose, wild berry, smoke and dried Alpine herb aromas emerge from the glass. The graceful palate offers red cherry, cranberry and star anise alongside a salty mineral note while deft tannins provide lithe support. Fans of concentrated, muscular wines may find it too ethereal but lovers of finesse will be smitten. Drink through 2026.

A lively red, with light, crisp tannins and pretty creamed strawberry, wild sage and orange peel flavors underscored by tarry mineral and spice accents. Juicy. Drink now through 2026. 1,800 cases made, 375 cases imported.

The 2017 Valtellina Superiore II Pettirosso is laced with sweet dried cherry, tobacco, orange peel, mint, cinnamon and dried herbs. Open-knit and inviting, the 2017 will drink well for at least a handful of years.