A fresh, herbaceous nose features notes of cherry, blood orange, fennel and mint, with a burst of anise crackling in the background. On the palate, cranberries bring out the tarter side of the blood orange and cherry notes, while a salty stoniness shimmers as an undertone. Acidity drips off firm tannins. Polaner Selections

The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino is made with fruit from vines in "cool" schistous galestro soils. It is a soft and silky wine with bright cherry and cassis. The wine plays its best cards in terms of mouthfeel with long, polished tannins and seamless flavors of wild fruit, crushed stone, licorice and grilled herb. There is a hint of crushed white pepper on the close. This wine will appeal to those who enjoy a very silky side to Sangiovese.

A sleek red, with juniper, sage, eucalyptus, iron and earth aromas and flavors highlighted by cherry and strawberry. Packs a vibrant, firm structure that keeps this delineated on the long, detailed finish.