Ruby red in color, with garnet hues. "The bouquet opens on floral and fruity aromas of fresh rose petals, blueberry, ripe plum, and cassis graced with a hint of rosemary and thyme." The long aging in oak imparts deliciously spicy scents of tobacco and clove." Still quite young, Greppone Mazzi Brunello di Montalcino 2000 has a massive structure, with sweet, ripe tannins and a fruity core." On the palate, it is velvety and harmonious, with intriguing notes of chocolate and vanilla." As it ages, thi...