An expression of black cherry and black currant, with touches of violet and cocoa, this red reveals a lush texture and broad, ripe tannins. The finish is a bit pinched now. More international than classic in style. Drink now through 2022. 2,500 cases made, 500 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add

The 2010 Chianti Classico La Tradizione shows broad brush strokes of black fruit and barbecue spice. The wine is soft, luscious and modern with a beautifully elegant texture and mouthfeel. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2022. This is a beautiful set of wines from Fattoria Poggiopiano and vintner Stefano Bartoli. Importer: Vinifera Imports; www.viniferaimports.com

Deeply colored and well-oaked, this red offers extracted flavors of black cherry, blackberry and plum, accented by leather and spice nuances. Ripe and amped up, structured by tannins. Drink now through 2010. 2,500 cases made, 500 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add

The 2009 Chianti Classico La Tradizione is beautiful. Dark cherries, menthol, flowers and mint are some of the many nuances that are woven together in this delineated, vibrant Chianti. As always, the Poggiopiano style is one that favors richness and power, but the Tradizione has plenty of aromatic nuance and overall complexity. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2019. Fattoria Poggiopiano can be counted on to deliver some of the richest, most opulent wines being made in and around Chianti Classico. Importer: Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (631) 467-5907

A big, muscular red, showing sweet cherry, plum, spice and tobacco flavors. This is bright, with severe tannins that render the finish firm. Best from 2015 through 2023. 2,100 cases made, 600 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add