It was one of the few wines in the tasting that displayed both minerality and abundant fruit, yet it was balanced and refreshing, unlike some of the other inexpensive bottles, which were a little flabby.

At their best, they display richness, fruit and roundness rarely encountered in many of the wines of the southwest - and none of the defects usually associated with hot-climate wines, like too much alcohol, oxidition and dryness.

It displayed good fruit and balance, I thought, and Ms. Lembeck agreed, saying the wine was well knit.

All three displayed good fruit and good acidity along with the concentration that was common to almost all these wines.

Use it to display uncut fruit or - warmed in the oven - to serve your best bruschetta: $175.

At his new Paradise Market, Jai Rowe displays fruit, bunches of herbs and frilly greens as a jeweler would gems.

In traditional use, an epergne is a fancy way to display side dishes, fruit, or sweetmeats, or can be used for chips, dips, or other finger foods etc.

"Not so stupid our fine furry friends," she said, elated and reassured, as she proudly displayed the leaves and fruit to Lunzie and Triv.