The estate’s 2005 Brunello di Montalcino impresses with its exceptional balance. Everything comes together beautifully in the glass, as expressive aromatics lead to a well-structured, chiseled expression of fruit. To be sure, this is a decidedly understated Brunello from Poggio Antico, but the wine’s overall balance and sense of harmony are superb. The wine spent four years in Slavonian oak, all of which it handles very well. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2020. Importer: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900

Dried strawberry on the nose, with citrus fruit. Full-bodied, with plenty of fruit and a silky tannin structure. Turns to vanilla bean and plum jam. Really delicious now, but needs time. Best after 2011. 2,580 cases made, 1,200 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add