The 2009 Aglianico Rubrato is fabulous. Cherries, white flowers, mint, game and ash are some of the notes that emerge from the Rubrato. Clean mineral notes frame the vibrant finish. Some rough edges remain, but it's hard to argue too much given the price tag. This is a great, budget-friendly Aglianico. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2017. Feudi di San Gregorio is one of the leaders in the modern-day Renaissance of Campanian oenology. Readers who want to learn more about the estate's history may want to reference my article 'The Noble Wines of Southern Italy' in Issue 190, which also includes verticals of the estate's flagships Serpico and Taurasi Riserva Piano di Montevergine. Unfortunately I was not able to taste the new release of the Riserva this year. For ease of reference I have included my note on Feudi's Aglianico del Vulture here, although the wine is, of course, from Basilicata. Importer: Palm Bay International, Boca Raton, FL; tel. (561) 362-9642