The 2009 Ca’ Brione is a blend of 30% Sauvignon, 30% Chardonnay, 30% Incrocio Manzoni and 10% Nebbiolo vinified off the skins. Succulent white peaches, mint, dried flowers and jasmine are some of the notes that emerge from this perfumed, layered white. In 2009 the Ca’Brione is a standout. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2014. Importer: Frederick Wildman and Sons Ltd, New York, NY; tel. (212) 355-0700

The 2008 Ca’ Brione is a quirky white made from Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Incrocio Manzoni and Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo), with the fruit seeing a brief period of drying prior to vinification. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2012. Importer: Frederick Wildman and Sons Ltd, New York, NY; tel. (212) 355-0700

The 2007 Terrazze Retiche di Sondrio Ca’ Brione is an interesting white made from Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Incrocio Manzoni plus Chiavennasca, the local variety of Nebbiolo, which here is fermented without skin contact. The fruit is air-dried for roughly fifteen days before being fermented in oak. This is a unique white wine that shows lovely balance in its beguiling aromatics and sweet, perfumed fruit. The wine possesses excellent depth and richness in a medium-bodied style, with a note of minerality that brings the wine into focus on the finish. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2010. This is a very strong set of wines from Nino Negri, one of the leading producers in Valtellina. Importer: Frederick Wildman and Sons Ltd, New York, NY; tel. (212) 355-0700