Coltibuono’s 2009 Cancelli is a fresh, fruity wine with attractive jammy fruit and a vinous personality best suited to near-term drinking. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2012. Importer: Dalla Terra, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-5405

A straight-shooting blend of Sangiovese and Syrah for picnics or weekends away with friends. The wine goes down easy, and offers fresh cherry and blueberry flavors along the way. ——M.L.(10/1/2011)—— 85

Badia a Coltibuono’s Cancelli is an informal, well-priced and handy little wine to stock for easy meals at home with family and friends. The simple bouquet is redolent of cherry and mild spice and the mouthfeel is tonic and bright. ——M.L.(12/15/2010)—— 85

Coltibuono’s 2004 Cancelli (70% Sangiovese and 30% Syrah) presents a lively translucent color and a fresh, vinous personality in its juicy, plummy fruit with excellent length and a clean, satisfying finish. This beautifully well-proportioned wine should drink well now and over the next two to three years. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2010. Importer: Dalla Terra, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-5405