The 2006 Vernaccia di San Gimignano Carato presents a striking interplay of fruit and French oak. This is a decidedly lush Vernaccia, with plenty of tropical fruit and sweet, spiced notes from the oak. Personally, it is a style that is not among my favorites, but there is no denying the wine’s terrific balance and sense of harmony. Well done. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2016. This is a fascinating set of wines from Montenidoli. The Vernaccias in particular show the complexity this variety is capable of in the right hands.Importer: Artisan Wine, Norwalk, CT; tel. (203) 866-4552