The 2013 Cavalli is a terrific expression from a crisp and cooler vintage. The wine is composed of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Petit Verdot and 15% Cabernet Franc, aged in oak for 18 months and in bottle for an additional 18 months. I should underline that the Petit Verdot percentage plays a much bigger role in this vintage and I'm told this will also be the case in the future. The bouquet here reveals dark tones of spice and black fruit, and the wine offers the thick color saturation and fruity concentration to match. The finish is layered, rich and opulent.- ML

Cavalli's flagship 2013 Tenuta degli Dei is full of personality. Herbs, tobacco, licorice and lavender give the 2013 its Cabernet Sauvignon-inflected upper register. Dark and textured on the palate, but never heavy, the 2013 is all class. Silky yet potent tannins support a super-expressive finish laced with dark red fruit, smoke and French oak. This is an especially restrained style for Panzano. -- Antonio Galloni

Concentrated black cherry, plum, vanilla and toast aromas and flavors highlight this muscular red. Solidly structured, with brisk acidity driving the mineral-tinged finish. Should improve over the next few years. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Best from 2018 through 2025. 2,000 cases made. — BS

Roberto Cavalli, the Leopard King fashion designer, ventured into the wine world with his first vintage in 2004. The estate in Tuscany is run by his son Tommaso. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this is a typical SuperTuscan showing ripe blackberry and spice with hints of clove. Tannins are silky with a pristine acidity and a touch of herbal style on the finish. A red that cries out for food.