I was pleased, but largely unmoved by Poggio Antico's 1996 Rosso di Montalcino. The attractive nose of spice, cigar smoke, and berries is followed by a tasty, medium-bodied wine with cherry/kirsch flavors. The finish quickly dissipated into acidity and tannin. Drink this over the near-term - 1-2 years.
Importer: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900