Arpepe Arpepe Grumello Rocca de Piro 2017 750ml

A fresh, focused red, with a subtle yet persistently fragrant thread of tobacco and spices winding through dried cherry and strawberry, tea rose, stone and smoke notes. Reveals supple tannins that firm the creamy, lasting finish. Tightly meshed yet still expressive, this should show well with short-term cellaring. Best from 2024 through 2034. 1,900 cases made, 170 cases imported. (Alison Napjus)

Aromas of wild berries and crushed Alpine mint form the nose. Lithe and polished, the elegant, rather austere palate offers crushed strawberry, spiced cranberry and black tea alongside taut, refined tannins. (Kerin O’Keefe)