The 2009 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Jorio comes across as quite open and lush as it caresses the palate. Sleek tannins and a final burst of ripe red fruit inform the finish. The 2009 looks to be a relatively early drinking wine, but that shouldn't be an issue here, as the bottles probably won't be around too long. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017. Importer: Bedford International, Larchmont, NY; tel. (914) 833-2725