The 2009 Monica di Sardegna Antigua shows marvelous intensity at this level. Dark fruit, earthiness and licorice are some of the aromas and flavors that take shape in the glass. Slight elements of rusticity remain, but that is a very small criticism for a wine that delivers so much pleasure at this price. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2014. From top to bottom this is an impressive set of wines from Shardana. One of the developments here in recent years has been an increasing reliance in cement over stainless steel for the whitesImporter: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900