A good value (thanks to the strong dollar vis a vis the lira) is the medium-bodied 1998 Chianti Classico (10,000 cases). Like so many of the Felsina wines, it reveals striking purity, attractive red fruit in the aromatics in addition to obvious minerality, and notes of fennel and spice in the moderately long finish. It can be drunk young, but it can be cellared for 7-8 years.Importer: Dominic Nocerino, Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (516) 467-5907