Although Altesino is renowned for its superb Brunello di Montelcino, they also produce excellent proprietary reds from various blends. The 1993 Borgo D'Altesi (200 cases made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon) is the debut vintage. Although it exhibited an impressive dark ruby color as well as good weight and purity on the palate, it is closed, with a compressed, tannic, tough-textured personality. It should open with 1-2 years of cellaring, but at present, it does not appear to be an exciting effort from Altesino. Leonardo LoCascio, Winebow, Inc., 22 Hollywood Ave., Suite C, Hohokus, NJ 07423; telephone number (201) 445-0620; fax (201) 445-9869