The 2010 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi is a pretty, fragrant white laced with crisp green apples, jasmine and sweet spices. It is an excellent choice for drinking over the next few years. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2014. Importers: Montecastelli Selections, New York, NY; tel. (212) 414-4898; North Berkeley Imports, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 336-9880

The 2009 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi is a pretty, floral Verdicchio with attractive citrus, flowers and minerals that come together nicely on a mid-weight frame. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2011. Importers: Montecastelli Selections, New York, NY; tel. (212) 414-4898; North Berkeley Imports, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 336-9880

The 2008 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi is a pretty, perfumed white that shows remarkable intensity and detail at this level. Floral overtones of honey and mint add complexity on the finish. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2011. Importer: Montecastelli Selections, New York, NY; tel. (212) 414-4898

The 2002 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi, a good effort for the year, offers crisp and refreshing citric fruit flavors and aromas with the characteristic touch of green herbs that can recall both Sauvignon and Gewurztraminer. Importer: Montecastelli Selections, New York, NY; tel. (212) 243-7790