Drinks: It's Dad's turn

Uncork Father's Day. He deserves a toast. A few ways to honor him:

Papà, uno -- the 2007 Tenuta di Nozzole Chianti Classico Riserva La Forra, a first-class, single-vineyard red made only in top years, full-bodied and generous. $50.

Papà due -- the 2008 Angelini Piazzo Barbaresco, all nebbiolo, a Piedmontese aristocrat that stands up to strong flavors with dried flowers and spice. $30.

Champion Dad -- the 2009 Chappellet Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon, a big red with the power of Secretariat, vivid, dark, ripe and concentrated. $135.

Bold Dad -- the 2008 Rodney Strong "Rockaway" Cabernet Sauvignon, a single-vineyard, intense, juicy Alexander Valley star. $75.

Traveling Dad -- the 2008 Col Solare, a cabernet sauvignon-based beauty from Antinori and Chateau Ste. Michelle, loaded with cassis, dark fruit and personality. $75.

Single Dad -- Karlsson's Batch 2008, a single-varietal, single-batch vodka made with 2008 Old Swedish Red potatoes, a very exclusive spud that yields a very distinctive, mellow drink. $80.

Personal Dad -- Johnnie Walker Blue Label, one of blended whisky's peaks, offers bottles with complimentary personalized engraving; see johnniewalker.com. $220.

Mighty Dad -- Highland Park Thor16 Years Old, a thunderbolt of single-malt Scotch from the Orkney Islands, with spice, fruit and powerful style. $199.

Old-time Dad -- Crown Royal XR, a smooth Canadian blend made with the LaSalle Distillery's last whiskeys; notes of dried fruit and spice. $130.