Stephen Brook | The nose is delicate and floral, with red-fruit aromas that have charm and poise. Medium-bodied, this is svelte and fleshy, with ample concentration without heaviness. There’s a luxuriousness here that’s seductive without being blowsy. Indeed, it’s almost too polished and lacks the robustness of Brunello. Yet despite its discretion, the structure is clearly present. Quite long. | 92

Andrew Jefford | Light, clear, with bright ruby glints. This smells a little overripe—almost cooked or confit fruits. Lacks the aromatic amplitude of the best of its peers, but enticing nonetheless. Very smooth, with little tannin; acidity doing most of the structuring work. Not a very ample wine, though its brisk juiciness retains some charm. I wouldn’t keep this for too long. | 85

Michael Palij | Pronounced nose with obvious new oak, including vanilla, sweet spice, char, walnuts, Sherry, and sawdust. There is some fruit including black cherry and plum, but it remains largely cloaked by the oak. The finish is only medium and drying, with insufficient fruit to provide balance to the tannins. | 90