The 2007 Aglianico del Vulture Gudarra is an explosive wine imbued with dark fruit, smoke, ash and tobacco. Layers of mint and cured meats develop on the mid-palate, adding further complexity and nuance. All of the elements build with notable intensity towards the intense, virile finish. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2022. A Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Montvale, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

Monolithic, with plenty of vibrant flavors of blackberry, cassis and fig paste in reserve. Hints of mesquite and olive paste round out the long, minerally finish. Needs time to fully integrate and shed some of the mouthcoating tannins. Best from 2013 through 2020. 1,000 cases made.??–BS??Region: Italy / South / Basilicata / Aglianico del Vulture Select to Add