Very deep color. Aromatically expressive nose combines black raspberry, espresso, smoke and flowers. Lush and silky; a step up from the San Rocco in texture and size. Finishes with substantial tannins. Even sweeter than the San Rocco, but does it have as much grip?

Rating: (91-95) - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 124 on Aug-99

Rating for Italy-Piedmont: 93 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: young, aging quickly, could be good now<br/>