Eric Asimov has once again compiled his personal list of the year’s most memorable wines for the New York Times. This is not a list of prestigious names, iconic labels, or unforgettable vintages—although, as Asimov notes, “those often stay in memory and serve as reference points for beauty.” Instead, the common thread of this year’s selection is a focus on “younger and more accessible labels, not hard to find,” which exude charm.

Among the 12 wines featured, three hail from Italy, representing two regions. Tuscany makes a strong showing with the Chianti Classico Riserva 2019 from Val delle Corti and the Vin Santo del Chianti Classico 2015 from Fèlsina. Unexpectedly, the third Italian entry comes from Calabria: Giramondo from L’Acino, a winery in Cosenza run by Dino Briglio and Emilio Di Cianni.