Fruity, plump and inexpensive, perfect as a burger or pizza wine. Raspberry-cherry fruit features a hay-like or briary note that keeps it from being overly simple. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd. ——W.E.(8/1/2005)—— 85

Pretty and light, with dried fruit, herbs, belt leather and a distant woodsy scent. An example of a lighter-bodied wine made well; it’s got life, structure and acidity, but nothing too demanding. A real pop and drop type of wine. Best Buy.——M.S.(2/1/2005)—— 89

This “exceptionally bright” purple-colored Primitivo’s nose offers understated cola and black pepper aromas and superripe blackberry flavors, dusted with a little dirt, on the palate. More of the same brightness shows through on the finish, couched in some chocolate and cocoa flavors. Best Buy.——C.S.(5/1/2002)—— 87