This is a dense, structured, concentrated and ageworthy wine. Deep, dark color, with aromas of bing cherries, plums, leather, and spice. Flavors of blackberries, spice, cedar, licorice and smoke follow through to the long, ripe finish. Pure Chianti.

Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 130 on Aug-00

Rating: 91/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator

Rating for Italy-Tuscany: 95 (good year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: young, aging quickly, could be good now<br/>