The 2009 Fiagre (70% Fiano, 30% Greco) is the most successful of the 2009 whites. Typical Fiano notes of earthiness and bacon fat dominate the aromatics. The wine turns more mineral in the glass as the Greco flavor profile emerges over time. Sweet flowers and mint add the final layers of complexity. This bold white is best paired with similarly rich cuisines. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2014. Caggiano is one of Campania’s leading producers. The strengths here are the reds, which are some of the most up-front, immediate Aglianicos readers are likely to come across. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including: de Grazia Imports; tel. (417) 732-4200; Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; (516) 677-9300, Estate Wines Ltd., San Rafael CA; (415) 492-9411, Giuliana Imports, Boulder CO; (303) 547-6343, Robert Houde Wines, Bensenville IL; (630) 422-1119

This distinctive wine boasts aromas of pine resin and maple syrup that add spicy accents to this otherwise fruit-driven white wine from Campania. You can feel the southern sunshine in the mouth thanks to the wine’s slightly sweet nature and powerful finish. A Marc de Grazia selection, various American importers.——M.L.(11/1/2008)—— 86

The 2002 Fiagre, a blend of Fiano and Greco as its name suggests, combines the honeyed and mineral notes of the former with the white fruit and zesty acidity of the latter in a refreshing, light to medium-bodied format. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411