Montepaone is a classic expression of Cabernet that shows enormous focus on elegance and harmony despite the hot vintage. The wine feels streamlined and tight on the palate, but the intensity of its fruit and spice aromas comes forward slowly and consistency on the bouquet. ——M.L.(12/15/2010)—— 90

If you have a ?bottle of this in your cellar, drink it now. The wine still has some fruit flavors backed by roasted almond and spice but there are also barnyard or Band-Aid tones that seem to be taking over.——M.L.(4/1/2008)—— 85