The 2006 Non Confunditur is fat and super-ripe in its expression of dark plums, cherries, smoke, tar, herbs and licorice. It offers notable harmony and best of all, is a terrific value. Drink this fat, silky-textured red over the next few years. Non Confunditur is a blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot and 20% Syrah aged for 12 months in used French oak barrels and larger casks. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2016.
Argiano, located in the Sant’Angelo in Colle district in Montalcino is an excellent source for warm, generous reds, although unfortunately many of the wines come in above the $25 mark.
Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200