Capichera Lianti, Sardinia, Italy

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Here is a high-end expression of Vermentino that conjures up visions of the jagged coastline and granite-strewn landscape of northern Sardinia. Still, the price indicated for the 2016 Capichera is very high for this type of wine, and honestly, I'm not sure why the folks at the estate thought this was a good marketing strategy. Some 80,000 bottles were made, so it's not like this is a limited release to begin with. The wine sees a brief four to six months in oak, depending on the vintage, and what you get in the 2016 is a very correct and pleasant rendition with varietal purity and sharp citrus aromas. These are followed by yellow rose and toasted almond. It would be a lovely accompaniment to a Catalan-style lobster. Fruit comes from the estate's historic vineyards in Arzachena, Gallura.

The 2013 Capichera is a terrific expression of Vermentino that represents a special selection of fruit and a more elaborate winemaking style. Some 20% of the wine sees up to four months in oak for added heft and density. The bouquet is redolent of yellow rose, stone fruit and toasted almond. Drink this wine over the next 24 months.

The 2010 Lianti (Carignano) is dark, powerful and oozing with character. Dark raspberries, flowers, mocha and sweet herbs are all woven together in this supple, highly expressive Sardinian red. I imagine the 2010 is best enjoyed in its youth, while the fruit retains its vibrancy. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2018. Capichera is one of the top names in Sardinia. The wines are typically quite rich and extroverted in style, an approach that doesn’t always work. When the wines are on, though, they are drop-dead gorgeous. Over the last few years Dante Scaglione has been in charge of winemaking. My sense is that Capichera is still a work in progress, but the best wines point to a very bright future. No known American importer.