The 2008 Dolcetto d’Alba Munfrina is unusual for the degree of complexity it shows in its dark fruit, menthol, licorice and spices. It is a touch lean on the palate, and with a little more depth to the fruit it might very well merit a higher score. Still, the wine offers excellent balance, not to mention plenty of style. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2012. Importer: Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (631) 467-5907