The Wine Advocate
RP 90
An impressively constructed blend of Sangiovese, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon, this opaque purple-colored 2000 is slow to uncoil from the glass, but once it does, it behaves like an out of control locomotive. The bouquet offers Bordeaux-like aromas of creme de cassis, graphite, and new oak. In the mouth, it is elegant and medium to full-bodied, with plenty of sweetness, outstanding purity, and a layered, long finish with well-integrated wood, acidity, and tannin. I believe this impressive effort marks the debut of this new super-Tuscan. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2015. Importer: William Grant & Sons, Edison, NJ; tel. (732) 225-9000
Published: Dec 31, 2002