Rating: 89/100 - As reviewed by International Wine Cellar in Issue 91, July/August 2000 Solid ruby-garnet. Intense, penetrating aromas of tar and toasted oak. Round, smooth flavors of plum and light spices. A precisely focused sangiovese that demonstrates real finesse but also shows plenty of force and length on the finish.

A Sangiovese wine produced in the heart of the Chianti region, this wine is aged one year in the barrel and one in the bottle before release. It has a deep purple color, full and rich in tannin, yet rendered soft and round on the palate, with the great ability to age well.

Community Tasting Notes (average 89.3 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 8 notes)

Rating: 91/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator

Rating for Italy-Tuscany: 86 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: quite possibly over the hill<br/>