Here’s a dark and impenetrable blend of Shiraz (85%) and Petit Verdot from Lazio in Central Italy with sweet fruit aromas of blueberry, raspberry, plums and raisins. There’s loads of fruit here that is nicely backed by spice and distant oak tones. The wine drinks young now with raw fruit, chocolate and cherry liqueu notes.——M.L.(9/1/2009)—— 89