Aromas of charcoal, grilled meat, blackberry and baked raspberry. Medium-bodied with silky tannins and juicy fruit. Very herbal on the palate. Thyme and rosemary. Lingering finish. Rather complex and well balanced. Drink now. JAMES SUCKLING

Dark red colour. Aromas of dark cherries and blackcurrant infused with dried herbs intermix with liquorice, dusty earth, tobacco and spice. Bright acidity with chewy tannins leading into a dryish finish that displays elegance and length.

"The company Benito Ferrara has ancient roots, dating back to the dawn of the last century. Today it covers 8 hectares. All areas planted with vines fall in the municipality of Tufo, the hamlet of San Paolo, in the traditional production area for the cultivation of the vine Greek di Tufo, and in the municipality of Montemiletto for the production of the Aglianico grape. The soils are ideally located between 450 and 600 m above sea level, with a southern exposure"