The 2008 Etna Rosso Archineri is a big, burly wine loaded with dark fruit, spices and tar. This is an especially intense style for the Etna, where reds tend to rely on elegance rather than sheer power. Still, the Archineri possesses quite a bit of length, so it should drink nicely with similarly hearty fare. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2015.
Importer: North Berkeley Imports, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 336-9880