The 2007 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Nocio opens with a blast of tar, smoke, licorice and leather. The Nocio is a big, powerful wine endowed with more than enough textural richness and sheer volume to handle its French and Slavonian oak. A round, harmonious finish adds to the wine’s sheer sexiness and appeal. The Nocio is 100% Sangiovese. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027. Importer: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900