A fragrant perfume of sweet cherries, sage, compost and soy is followed by a medium-bodied, lush, fruity, accessible 1999 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano with no hard edges. Drink it over the next 2-3 years. Based on recent efforts, Fattoria del Cerro looks to be one of Tuscany's up and coming stars. Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200

Very ripe and raisiny on the nose. Full-bodied, with ripe and chewy tannins and a long finish. Slightly rustic, but interesting. Drink now. 25,000 cases made, 2,500 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Select to Add