The 2011 Rosso di Montalcino Ignaccio delivers oddly perfumed notes of crushed rose, dried jasmine, church incense and potpourri. The sticky-perfumey aspect to the bouquet boarders on feeling heavy, flat and cloying. The reported 15% alcohol also contributes to making this rose-scented Rosso feel off-kilter. Drink: 2014-2016. Importer: Montcalm Wine Importers, www.montcalmwines.com

Cinnamon and cardamom notes accent the core of cherry in this elegant, succulent red. Has good grip, but shows solid equilibrium and fine length overall. Drink now through 2018. 350 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Rosso di Montalcino Select to Add