The high quality of this wine is obvious as soon as you raise your glass to your nose: Cherry and forest berry are nicely balanced by toasted wood notes and the mouth is characterized by intense spice, chewy tannins and coffee liquor or spice cake flavors on the finish. ——M.L.(2/1/2007)—— 91

The 1999 Pruno is 100% Sangiovese aged in barrique for 12 months. Its dark ruby/purple color is followed by a straightforward, monolithic red revealing aromas of leather, berry fruit, and a dry, angular finish. Drink it over the next 3-4 years. Importer: Dominic Nocerino, Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (516) 467-5907

The exceptional 1998 Pruno (850 cases) is a barrique-aged 100% Sangiovese. It is a beautifully-textured, smoky offering displaying notes of cherry jam, new saddle leather, and strawberry ice cream. Drink this supple, fleshy, seductive Sangiovese over the next 3-4 years. Importer: Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (516) 467-5907