The 2005 Valpolicella Superiore Campi Magri exhibits attractive notes of smoke, minerals, and dark cherries on a medium- bodied frame. The tannins come across as rather firm here and the style is decidedly on the austere side. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2010. Importer: Domaine Select, New York, NY; tel. (212) 279-0799

Crunchy, concentrated black fruits. Broad, vigorous fruit, very ripe grapes and good character, length and complexity. From 2009.

This is an attractive ripasso with a plethora of interesting things going on in the glass. The aromas recall chocolate, spice, resin, dried figs and prunes. They are enduring, definitely on the ripe side, but pristine. The texture is compact but not too bulky, and the wine delivers a blast of sour cherry on the close. Imported by Domaine Select Wine Estates. ——M.L.(10/1/2009)—— 89