The French-oak aged 2004 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva Bossona offers up super-ripe red cherries, flowers and sweet spices in a forward, supple style. The wilder elements of Prugnolo Gentile seem to have been tamed in this sleek, opulent Vino Nobile. The rich, deeply scented fruit carries through to the long, lingering finish. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2019.
A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including: de Grazia Imports; tel. (417) 732-4200; Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; (516) 677-9300, Estate Wines Ltd., San Rafael CA; (415) 492-9411, Giuliana Imports, Boulder CO; (303) 547-6343, Robert Houde Wines, Bensenville IL; (630) 422-1119