Medium-full ruby. Finesse in the nose and moderatley oaky, pretty, floral aromas of blackberry, herbs and cedar. Full body. Sharply focused flavors reveal fleshy, fully mature fruit; good vanillin oak support and balanced tannins. The cabernet is not strongly evident on the palate, while the acidity freshens the finish and contributes finesse and length. Very fine Tignanello, in need of a decade of aging. ***+

Rating for Italy-Tuscany: 88 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>