1997 Badia a Coltibuono Sangioveto di Toscana IGT

"A thrilling wine is the 1997 Sangioveto. Aged in 25% new French casks, it boasts a splendid bouquet of overripe blackberry/strawberry fruit, smoke, licorice, and spice box aromas. Dark plum-colored, with an explosive mid-palate and finish, this full-bodied, dense, concentrated wine (made from a highly regarded clone of Sangiovese) should continue to drink well (because of its low acidity and super-ripe fruit) for a decade or more. Impressive!" -Wine Advocate