Evolved tones of spice, cured meat and campfire ash distinguish the 2007 Bolgheri Superiore Sapaio. This Bordeaux blend shows a lot of extraction and power that is characteristic of red blends made on the Tuscan Coast in hot vintages. Despite those evolved notes, you can't say that this wine is tired or overly oxidized.

This is a lovely, rich wine with mature red berry tones followed by sharp mineral definition and bright aromas of fresh Indian spice. The wine is dense and decadent and could stand up to beef tenderloin with balsamic reduction. ——M.L.(12/15/2010)—— 94