“Medium- to full-bodied and balanced, leading with more traditional notes of grilled herb and forest floor, then opening on the palate with flavors of sun-dried cherry, black olive and star anise. Lightly juicy, with sculpted tannins firming the finish. Drink now through 2025.”

“Opaque inky-ruby. Bright, fresh aromas of dark plum, dried herbs and brown spices. Then not especially fruity in the mouth, but with slightly austere herbal and inky nuances to the subdued dark berry flavors present. Finishes long, fresh and with a light on its feet quality, picking up some sweet red fruit nuances on the back end.”

Straw-yellow color with a gold shimmer. Fine and persistent perlage. Intense aromas, rich notes of flowers and tropical fruit, especially mango and pineapple. Good structure and acidity. Round in the mouth, savory and balanced.

“Zesty, showing black cherry coulis, strawberry pie and black licorice notes, with hints of dark chocolate shavings and espresso powder. Lively acidity balances the ripe, silky texture with a mouthwatering impression. Drink now through 2020.”

“Firm…featuring notes of sun-dried cherry, dried cranberry, pomegranate and lots of dried herb and ground spice. A bit angular, with a tangy backing of acidity and a moderate finish. Drink now through 2018.”

“Base notes of fresh earth and spice give this a traditional edge, and mix with flavors of rhubarb, strawberry, gumdrop and leather. There’s good density and balance, and the moderate finish echoes fruit and spice. Drink now through 2019.”

A fresh, lean white with dried-pear and green-apple character, medium body and a crisp, tangy finish. Vibrant is the word. Drink now.