The dazzling 1999 Rosso Val di Cornia combines power, luxurious fruit, and elegance. Its dense saturated ruby/purple color is followed by a sweet nose of ripe black fruits, licorice, smoke, and graphite. Opulent, rich, and full-bodied, with layers of fruit, no hard edges, amazing delineation, and admirable concentration, this pure, symmetrical effort should drink well for 8-10 years. This 1999 was produced from incredibly low yields, aged in barrique, and bottled without filtration. Importer: Rare Wine Co., Sonoma, CA; tel. (707) 996-4484

There are 800 cases of the 100% Sangiovese, 1998 Val di Cornia Rosso. This wine reveals a medium ruby color in addition to earthy, loamy soil and sweet berry fruit aromas and flavors. It is an uncomplex, good, gutsy, robust Italian red to enjoy over the next 2-3 years. Importers: The Rare Wine Co., Sonoma, CA; tel. (707) 996-4484 and a Leonardo Locascio Selection, Winebow, Hohokus, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620