The 2009 Gavi La Luciana flows from the glass with clean, mineral-infused white peaches and flowers. This focused, mid-weight Gavi is best enjoyed with lighter dishes. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2012. Araldica, a large cooperative in Piedmont, is a reliable source for solid wines that rarely disappoint.Importer: Angelini Wine, Ltd., Centerbrook , CT; tel. (860) 767-9463

The 2008 Gavi La Luciana is a gorgeous, refined white at this level, with pretty notes of perfumed green apples, mint and sweet spices. The wine offers excellent persistence and a long, refreshing finish. This is a delicious, refined Gavi to enjoy over the next year or two. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2011. Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200

The single-vineyard 2007 La Luciana is a nice, mid-weight Gavi with attractive notes of flowers, white peaches and honey. Fresh, zesty notes linger on the long finish. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2009. These are two pretty wines from Araldica, one of Piedmont’s historic houses.Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200