Lombardy

93 Points! Pouring a bright red color, 85% of the 2021 Valtellina Superiore Mazer comes from Valgella, the coldest sub-region, and the rest from Inferno, the hottest sub-region. It lifts with notes of orange peel, fresh cranberries, anise, cedar, and incense. Medium-bodied, it has a focused and elegant feel on the palate, with chalky tannins, refreshing acidity, and a savory and mineral-textured finish. A small portion of the grapes are dried, and they use French and Slavonian oak barrels. - Audrey Frick, jebdunnuck.com

92 Points! Some bread dough and pie crust to the lightly cooked apples and hints of pear skins. It’s full-bodied with a round texture and a flavorful finish. Consistently delicious. - JamesSuckling.com