A delicious, entry-level offering, the 2011 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Vigne Nuove is fabulous. Juicy red cherries, flowers, mint and tobacco jump from the glass as this unoaked Montepulciano shows off its considerable juiciness and sheer appeal. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2015. Valle Reale is another of my favorite properties in Abruzzo. Importer: A Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Montvale, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

The 2009 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Vigne Nuove is a fresh, unoaked red with beautifully plump, juicy red fruit that layers nicely into a delicate, feminine finish. Floral notes add lift and freshness. This is a steal for the money. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2013. A Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Montvale, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

The 2007 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Vigne Nuove is a fresh, vinous offering loaded with plummy dark fruit. It offers excellent balance and tons of style, especially at this price point. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2010. I always look forward to tasting the wines of Valle Reale. These are wines of notable personality and character. Readers should also be on the lookout for the Valle Reale Cerasuolo Vigne Nuove, which is consistently one of Italy’s finest roses.A Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Montvale, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

Valle Reale's tasty 2006 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Vigne Nuove is an opulent wine loaded with jammy, ripe fruit. It offers plenty of up-front appeal and should drink well over the next few years. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2009. I always look forward to tasting the wines of Valle Reale. These are wines of notable personality and character. Readers should also be on the lookout for the Valle Reale Cerasuolo Vigne Nuove, which is consistently one of Italy’s finest roses.A Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Montvale, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620