BEST BUY: “Robust but informal, this opens with aromas of red berry, baking spice and a whiff of smoke. The savory palate doles out crushed black cherry, raspberry, cranberry, black pepper and a saline note alongside hearty tannins. Enjoy young to capture the juicy fruit flavors.”

“Librandi's base red offers a great beginner's taste for those who are interested in exploring Calabria's Gaglioppo grape. The 2013 Cirò Rosso Classico opens to medium consistency and a pretty ruby color that glows with Pinot Noir-like luminosity. The bouquet marches to the beat of its own drum, however, with pressed rose, spice, dark mineral, tar and resin. There's even a distant whiff of black olive at the back.”

“A savory red, featuring dried cherry, tar, grilled herb and kumquat notes set in a light- to medium-bodied package. Offers a fresh finish, with dusty tannins. From Calabria. Drink now.”

Smooth, with light fragrant fruit on the nose. Classic chocolate and blackberry on the palate, with good finish.

“Smooth, with light fragrant fruit on the nose. Classic chocolate and blackberry on the palate, with good finish.”