The 2006 Offida Rosso Ludi is a beautifully balanced, impeccable red packed with super-ripe dark cherries, plums, spices, licorice and tar. Despite the richness, the Ludi retains gorgeous clarity and freshness all the way through to the deeply satisfying finish. The French oak is deftly balanced. This is one of the very finest wines I have ever tasted from Velenosi. Ludi is Montepulciano, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot aged in French oak Anticipated maturity: 2010-2018. Proprietor Angela Velenosi is one the Marche’s emerging producers. Her line-up is full of delicious wines that are reasonably priced. Consistency across the entire line appears to be the only thing holding Velenosi back at this point. Importer: Domaine Select, New York, NY; tel. (212) 279-0799