The 2009 Il Pareto (Cabernet Sauvignon) is striking in this vintage. There is plenty of varietal Cabernet character in the glass, but just as much distinctly Tuscan personality. Black cherries, plums, graphite, minerals and smoke all meld together beautifully in this supple, generous version of Il Pareto. The warmth of the year has given the 2009 a seamless, opulent quality that is noticeable. Layers of fruit build towards a rich, powerful finish laced with tobacco, incense, licorice and tar. This is a great showing. I can’t remember tasting a Pareto this convincing. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2029. Importer: Kobrand Corp., Purchase, NY; tel. (914) 253-7756