Le Chiuse’s 2007 Rosso di Montalcino possesses attractive floral red berries framed by firm tannins. The fruit is pretty for its ripeness, but the wine needs to be opened at least 30 minutes before serving to allow some of the hard edges to soften. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2012.
Importer: Frederick Wildman and Sons Ltd, New York, NY; tel. (212) 355-0700