My admiration for the work of the Ambrogio and Giovanni Folonari and winemaker Attilio Pagli at this estate continues unabated – Pagli began here, in fact, ten years ago when the vineyards and wine were the property of, believe it or not, the Italian distributor of Calvin Klein jeans. While waiting for the release of the Riserva bottling next year, the 1999 Brunello di Montalcino will provide much drinking pleasure with its sweet and powerful nose of red currants, mocha, and raisins, its solid and structured palate, packed with red fruit and mineral sensations, and the superior length and authority of its flavors. A wine built to last, to drink between 2006 and 2020. Importer: Kobrand, New York, NY; tel. (212) 490-9300

Essence of crushed cherries, with cinnamon, cloves and mace. Full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a fresh, delicious aftertaste. La Fuga is improving. Best after 2004. 1,160 cases made, 500 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add