The 2004 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano takes things to another level with its densely packed, richer personality. It offers superb weight on the palate in a riper style than the Rosso, with excellent length and finessed tannins. This blend of 90% Prugnolo Gentile and 10% Canaiolo Nero and Mammolo was aged for two years in a combination of Slavonian oak casks and French oak barrels. It will offer highly pleasurable drinking to at least age 12. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2016. Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200

Subtle aromas of rose and blackberry. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a light finish. Little austere and dry. Drink now. 27,400 cases made, 3,000 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Select to Add