The 2006 Fabius (Syrah) is a gorgeous, medium-bodied wine loaded with dark fruit, smoke and earthiness. Previous vintages have been more concentrated in style, and the 2006 seems to give more attention to finesse rather than sheer heft. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2014. Proprietor Paolo Bianchini has a lovely set of wines on his hands with these new releases. Fans of the estate can also look forward to the 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva, which will be released next year. Importer: Indigenous Selections, Fort Lauderdale FL; tel. (954) 530 4021

Plum and cherry aromas and flavors, with a full body and silky tannins. A little too much wood showing at the moment, dulling the fruit, but attractive all the same. Syrah. Best after 2010. 660 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Sant'Antimo Select to Add