The 2008 Stefen 1624 pays homage to the winery’s founding De Stefani family (spelled “Stefen” in old Italian) that traces its lineage back to the year 1624. This is an exciting and impressive effort. Marzemino grapes are harvested at the end of October and subsequently air-dried to increase their sugar concentration. After fermentation, the wine is aged in barrique for 36 months. It opens to a bright garnet-ruby color and pristine aromas of small berry, dried currant and cherry cola. Drink 2015-2022. De Stefani’s wines offer new tastes from an eccentric selection of mostly indigenous Italian grapes. Today, Alessandro De Stefani manages the estate and represents the fourth generation of this winemaking family to do so. If you are passionate about Italian native grapes like Raboso and Marzemino, these are definitely worth seeking out. Importer: Bon Vivant Imports, www.bonvivantimports.com