The 2008 Campo Starne is a fairly intense, burly offering. Dark red fruit, grilled herbs, licorice and tar are some of the nuances that emerge from this deceptively mid-weight wine that seems to gain polish with time in the glass. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2014. Importer: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900

The 2008 Campo delle Starne is Groppello Gentile, Marzemino, Sangiovese and Barbera. It is an attractive wine, even if some slightly rough edges remain. Dark red cherries, flowers, savory herbs, licorice and spices are some of the notes that wrap around the finish. The Campo delle Starne is a wine meant for the dinner table, where it will undoubtedly offer its finest drinking. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2014. Importer: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900

Costaripa’s 2007 Garda Classico Rosso Campostarne offers up an attractive array of perfumed red fruit, spices and herbs in a fresh, vinous style perfect for drinking over the next few years. Campostarne is 30% Groppello Gentile, 20% Marzemino, 20% Sangiovese, 20% Barbera, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot aged in French oak. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2012. Importer: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900