The 2010 Langhe Rosso Arte is a crowd-pleasing blend of Nebbiolo (about 90 percent) and Barbera that drinks sumptuously even at this young age. It shows the important structure, acidity and promptness of fruit for a steady evolution. Many of Clerico’s best wines are engineered in this fashion: Although they taste beautiful straight out of the bottle, they generously reward those who wait. In this case, you get layers of bold fruit, spice, and tobacco that are carefully woven into the thick and enduring fabric of the wine. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2025. Importer: Michael Skurnik Wines, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300

Tar, plum and spice aromas and flavors are etched into the dense, muscular frame of this intense red. Stays fresh and long, but needs some air to show its best. Decant now or cellar short term. Best from 2016 through 2024. 800 cases made.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Langhe Select to Add