The 2010 Nero is a gorgeous blend of 70% Negroamaro and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon aged in French oak for 18 months followed by an additional 12 months in large oak casks. Among the various red wines produced in Puglia, Nero is among the most sophisticated on a consistent basis each year. I am particularly pleased to see how the Neroamaro grape shows in this vintage. The wine is toned and dark with a sense of austerity and focus that comes as a surprise. Negroamaro's sweet fleshiness pairs nicely next to the tannic firmness of Cabernet Sauvignon. In all, this wine shows a great sense of balance and proportion. It won't hold that long, but should award another five years of optimal drinking.