Complex and deep character with ripe blackberries, raisins, dried roses, dark chocolate, toasted walnuts, dark licorice and wild mushrooms with a little bit of tar. Full-bodied, layered and compact with a broad and velvety tannin structure that lasts long on the palate. Classy, reserved style with hits of sweet tobacco at the end. Needs three to four years to completely come together. Score - 96. (jamessuckling.com, June 26, 2023)

Dark cherry, blackberry and plum give this Taurasi, Campania Aglianico its bold core, layered with tobacco, leather, pepper, earth and a floral violet edge. The palate is dry and full-bodied, with firm tannins, subdued acidity and a savoury mineral undertone. Oak and black fruit remain well integrated through a structured, smoky, slightly rustic finish.

The Mastroberardino family specialize in ancient varieties indigenous to Campania. Falanghina is an ancient grape thought to have been responsible for creating the most sought-after wine of the Roman Empire: the legendary Falernian. This present-day Falanghina shows lime, peach, banana and other tropical notes, plus garden herbs and mineral. Try it with seafood or grilled-tofu bites.

A savory, earthy and herbaceous nose offers aromas of smoke and warm soil, but also has the sweetness of plums and black cherries. The palate overflows with more sweet dark fruit, including figs, and a drizzle of cherry syrup, before a rich yet bitter dark-chocolate finish. Tannins are powerful but approachable, while the acid and latent spice are more invigoratingly intimidating. [Drink or hold until 2033+] Score - 96. (Danielle Callegari, Wine Enthusiast, May 1, 2024)