The 2009 Lacrima Christi del Vesuvio Bianco (Falanghina and Caprettone) is very pretty this year. This rich, textured Campanian white impresses for its generous, expansive personality and round finish. Juicy apricots, peaches and flowers resonate on the close. 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 2008 Lacrima Christi del Vesuvio Bianco (Caprettone, Falanghina) is an expressive wine laced with suggestions of smoke, ash and cured meats. The rich, textured style obscures some varietal character, especially in the fruit, but with time in the glass the wine comes together quite nicely. The finish is long and generous. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2011. 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

This easygoing expression of Lacryma Christi delivers pretty aromas of white flower and exotic fruit that make it stand out in a crowd. The wine is fragrant and fresh with lingering mineral notes on the creamy close. A Marc de Grazia selection, various American importers.——M.L.(11/1/2008)—— 86