Sweet herbs, tobacco and licorice emerge from the glass in the 2008 Barolo Terlo Ravera. This feminine, gracious, mid-weight Barolo possesses fine length and elegance to match an attractive personality that is best enjoyed over the near and medium-term. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2020. Importer: Frederick Wildman and Sons, New York, NY; tel. (212) 355-0700

The 2007 Barolo Terlo Ravera is a little more reserved than the Pressenda. It comes across as rather inward, with lovely definition in its sweet red fruit, mint and floral notes. The Terlo Ravera impresses for its length and energy rather than for its sheer power. It, too, is dazzling, though, and should drink well for a number of years. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2025. This is a fabulous set of wines from Marziano Abbona, a grower who deserves more attention than he gets.Importer: Frederick Wildman and Sons Ltd, New York, NY; tel. (212) 355-0700

The 2006 Barolo Terlo Ravera is a beautiful, focused wine. Berries, flowers and minerals come through nicely in this medium-bodied, feminine Barolo. This isn’t the biggest or most virile Barolo, but rather a wine that impresses for its finesse and sense of harmony. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. Importer: Frederick Wildman and Sons Ltd., New York, NY; tel. (212) 355-0700