The 1998 Brunello di Montalcino is atypical for the vintage. It is hard, lean and austere in the mouth, but offers complex aromas of damp earth, cedar, spice box, herbs, and cherries. I would not gamble on this wine.
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