Layers of dried cherries, tobacco, sweet herbs and spices wrap around the palate as Poggio Antico’s 2008 Brunello di Montalcino opens up in the glass. Bright, saline notes give the wine its length and persistence, especially on the finish. A gracious, mid-weight wine, the 2008 is best suited to drinking over the next few years. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2023. Importer: The Sorting Table, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 603-1461

Rich and elegant, displaying violet, black currant and cherry notes. Balanced on the vibrant side, with a long, lingering finish. Should benefit from age. Best from 2017 through 2033. 360 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add