This expressive red offers solid depth to the spicy plum and cherry character that turns out layered flavors of brick dust, wild herb and spice in the finish. Drink now. 4,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.??–NW??Region: Italy / South / Cannonau di Sardegna Select to Add

The 2008 Cannonau di Sardegna is a deep, dark wine endowed with notable power and depth. It shows gorgeous inner perfume from start to finish. Smoke, tar, rosemary, licorice and spices are some of the nuances that develop in the glass, adding further complexity to the fruit. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2018. Importer: The Sorting Table, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 603-1461

The 2007 Cannonau di Sardegna is an impeccably elegant wine laced with ripe, juicy cherries, freshly cut roses, sweet herbs and spices. The silkiness and sheer finesse of the tannins is remarkable, while the wine’s overall balance is superb. This mid-weight, graceful yet vivid Cannonau should continue to drink well for at least a few years. If anything, it might benefit from another year or two in bottle. It is a fabulous wine for the money. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2017. Feudi della Medusa stands apart from most properties in Sardinia for the distinctive, powerful style of the wines. These are seriously rich, concentrated offerings that will offer their best drinking at the dinner table. Importer: The Sorting Table, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 603-1461

The 2005 Cannonau di Sardegna starts off rather subdued, then explodes on the palate with gorgeous inner sweetness, as ethereal cherries, wild herbs, flowers and sweet spices come to life. The wine offers terrific balance, silky tannins and an utterly engaging personality that makes it hard to put the glass down. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2015. Proprietors Heide and Francesco Siclari make intense, powerful wines from their 50 hectares of vineyards. Importer: The Sorting Table, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 603-1461