The 2001 Serra Docile, made from the Coda di Volpe grape, reveals copious quantities of tropical fruit and peach-like aromas and flavors. This creamy-textured, explosively fruity, ripe white is a revelation from this area of Italy. Drink it over the next 1-2 years. It's a real crowd pleaser. 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

A terrific buy, and a rarity as well, is the 2000 Serra Docile. Made from the indigenous Coda di Volpe grape, this creamy-textured, Burgundian-styled effort was barrel-fermented then moved to tank prior to bottling. It boasts a gorgeous nose of orange marmalade intermixed with tropical fruit and minerals. Enjoy this ripe, medium-bodied, delicious offering over the next 1-2 years. This white is dry, refreshing, and pure.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