1) Aromas of plum and toasted oak, with a hint of Indian spice. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a long, caressing finish. A bit lean in the end, but stylish. Sangiovese and Colorino. Best after 2008. 1,000 cases made.

2) Lush, evoking tropical fruit, mandarin orange and spice. Moderately sweet, with cleansing acidity. Well-balanced and concentrated, with a lingering aftertaste of quince. Drink now through 2015. 100 cases imported.

3) This generous red shows ripe plum and currant fruit, with accents of toast, light earth and licorice. Well-integrated tannins provide good structure, and the finish is spicy and clean. Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot. Drink now through 2011. 2,100 cases imported.

4) This is delicate and juicy, boasting lime, kumquat and apricot notes tinged with mineral. The slate comes through more as this glides to a long finish. Well-structured and balanced. Drink now through 2018. 480 cases made.

A) 2005 Fattoria Poggiopiano Toscana Rosso di Sera

B) 2003 Château Pajzos Furmint Jégbor Tokaji

C) 2006 Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Riesling Kabinett Mosel-Saar-Ruwer Scharzhofberger

D) 2003 Abadia Retuerta Viño de la Tierra de Castilla y León Selección Especial