The 2006 Korem is 55% Bovale Sardo, 35% Carignano and 10% Cannonau. A fresh, vibrant red, it reveals layers of crushed rocks, minerals, grilled herbs, dark jammy fruit and French oak in a rich, full-bodied frame. This is another beautifully balanced wine from Argiolas. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2016. This line-up from Argiolas is remarkable for so many reasons, but let me just list two; the wines are reference-point bottles that capture the magic of Sardinia’s indigenous grapes; and the wines remain exceedingly fairly priced considering the quality of the juice. Importer: A Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Montvale, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

Made with Bovale (60%), Carignano and Cannonau, Korem is a deeply layered and intense wine with high complexity and deep concentration. This is a generous and full wine with smooth tannins and a sour hint on the close.——M.L.(9/1/2009)—— 89