Seghesio’s 2007 Dolcetto d’Alba Vigneto della Chiesa is a standout for its textural richness and soft, expansive personality. The wine offers plenty of varietal dark fruit, spices and licorice, with terrific depth and a long, caressing finish. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2012. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including: de Grazia Imports; tel. (417) 732-4200; Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; (516) 677-9300, Estate Wines Ltd., San Rafael CA; (415) 492-9411, Giuliana Imports, Boulder CO; (303) 547-6343, Robert Houde Wines, Bensenville IL; (630) 422-1119

The 2006 Dolcetto d’Alba Vigneto della Chiesa is a drop-dead gorgeous wine. This big, full-bodied red bursts from the glass with loads of vibrant dark cherries in a super-ripe yet beautifully-balanced style. It is not to be missed. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2011. Seghesio, based in Monforte, makes excellent wines that capture the best of the soft textural elements that are the hallmark of the modern school in Piedmont. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411

The 2003 Dolcetto d’Alba Vigneto della Chiesa, a wine with an important volume and length, is notably pure and varietal with all the tell-tale aromas of plums, cherries, and almonds which distinguish this wine. It will last another 2-3 years. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411