Mastrojanni’s 2001 Brunello di Montalcino opens with suggestions of flowers, spices, herbs and a note of alcoholic sweetness on the nose. Medium in color as well as body, it is a pretty, refined Brunello, with a soft, supple personality, showing outstanding persistence in an understated style, with fine tannins and a juicy note of sweetness on the finish. It is a lovely Brunello to enjoy now and over the next 10-12 years. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2016. Importers: Selected Estates of Europe, Mamaroneck, NY; tel. (914) 698-7202, Epic Wine, Aptos, CA; tel. (831) 689-9080

A zippy, snappy wine with forest berry and menthol freshness, bitter tea tannins, ripe blueberry flavors and background aromas such as resin and wet slate. A big Brunello nose with a medium-length finish. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd. ——W.E.(4/1/2006)—— 90