(Release date 1/1/02)An attractive coconut-like aroma (reminiscent of American oak) rises from the glass of this medium-bodied, elegant, stylish, plum/garnet-colored 1997 Brunello di Montalcino. The coconut scents are accompanied by abundant quantities of currant fruit, smoke, and toast. It is exotic and distinctive. Drink it over the next decade.A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411

Extremely funky aromas, with some fruit and a horsey, saddle-leather character. Medium-bodied, with ripe fruit and soft tannins, but finishes a bit short. 710 cases made, 350 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add