The 2006 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is a powerful, focused wine completely overwhelmed by hard tannins in its balance, which conveys an impression of austerity. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2012. These new releases from Ruffino stand out for a style that aims for extreme concentration and intensity. Once again I get the sense the estate is simply trying too hard and that the wines might benefit from an easing off of the accelerator.Importer: Icon Estates, St. Helena, CA; tel. (707) 963-7111