Medium-bodied and well-knit, with spiced plum and ripe black currant flavors, layered with hints of anise, black olive and dried mint. This is harmonious and structured by fine tannins. Monica, Carignano, and Bovale Sardo. Drink now through 2020. 1,650 cases made.??–AN??Region: Italy / South / Isola dei Nuraghi Select to Add

A balanced, light-bodied red, with fresh acidity backing the spice- and herb-laced flavors of crushed blackberry, grilled plum and black olive. Monica, Carignano and Bovale. Drink now through 2017. 2,500 cases made, 150 cases imported.??–AN??Region: Italy / South / Isola dei Nuraghi Select to Add

Argiolas blends Nasco and Vermentino in their 2011 Isola dei Nuraghi Iselis Bianco, a white that is aged on its lees for added texture. Layers of tropical and floral-infused fruit meld together greacefully on the creamy, inviting finish. The Iselis is yet another delicious, value-priced wine from Argiolas. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2014. Argiolas does so many things well; it’s hard to know where to start. Readers will find a bevy of absolutely delicious, value-priced wines in this lineup. A Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Montvale, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

Game, sage and dark tobacco notes lead in this dark yet crisp red, with black currant, sour cherry and mineral hints. Monica. Drink now. 60 cases imported.??–NW??Region: Italy / South / Isola dei Nuraghi Select to Add

The estate's 2010 Isola dei Nuraghi Iselis Bianco is another brilliant wine. The featured grape is Nasco - which is more typically found in dessert wines - along with 15% Vermentino. The fruit wraps around the entire palate, with sumptuous layers of apricots, tangerine and mint. The Iselis is the richest of these whites from Argiolas. Despite its intensity, the wine remains light on its feet. A polished, elegant finish adds to an impression of total refinement. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2018. A renewed focus in indigenous grapes and a more refined approach to winemaking are some of the developments that are in the air at Argiolas.A Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Montvale, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620