The 2010 Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio Rosso presents the elegant side of Piedirosso, one of Campania's most important indigenous red grapes. Ash and minerals add nuance to the dark wild cherries in this hugely enjoyable unoaked red. I especially like the energy and focus here. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2018.
Mastroberardino is one of Italy's most historic properties. My vertical tasting of the estate's Taurasi (published in Issue 190), with vintages back to 1928, was a revelation.
A Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Montvale, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620