The 2006 Greco di Tufo Nova Serra is a clean, focused Greco di Tufo with prominent notes of flinty minerality, white peaches, grapefruit, mint and flowers. This linear, sinewy wine will offer its finest drinking at the dinner table, where its bright acidity will pair beautifully with a variety of foods. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2010. Mastroberardino is one of the historic names in Campania. Today the wines are made under the guidance of consulting oenologist Denis Dubourdieu in a style that aims for more textural richness than these indigenous varieties, particularly the whites, typically yield. Overall quality is average or slightly better, which is commendable considering the large quantities the estate produces.A Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Montvale, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

The nose here is truly beautiful and reminiscent of exotic fruit and delicate spring flowers. This is a nicely made wine with balanced aromas and a full but compact feel in the mouth that is crisp and approachable.——M.L.(10/1/2008)—— 88