‘Tis the season for convivial Italian reds, so we’ve put together a selection of “essentials” to have on hand in the coming months: In this assortment, Benevelli’s Langhe Nebbiolo from Piedmont and Geggiano’s Chianti Classico from Tuscany are ambassadors of their regions, the comforting wines you’ll reach for when in the mood for a bit of bite, grippy tannin, and puckery red fruit. From the northeast, treat yourself to a pair of elegant and pedigreed selections made from native varieties—Duline’s Refosco from Friuli and Carlotto’s Lagrein from Alto Adige. You won’t find these grape varieties bottled just anywhere, so opening them for a special occasion will echo the thrill of their rarity. And lastly, Riofavara’s sleek and sultry Sicilian Nero d’Avola and Colleleva’s aromatic and toothsome Lacrima di Morro d’Alba from Le Marche are here to help you cope with the coldest days, and sear through the thickest cuts of meat.