Carpineto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG Riserva 2001

With my interest in Italian reds still active, I was keen to try this Montepulciano. Opened to lovely aromas of red berries, morello cherries, violets, vanilla, licorice, cedar and some savory herbal notes. On the palate it was awash with plums and cherries over softening tannins. Finish was quite dry and savoury. Overall a lovely generous wine with good structure and style. Very nice and a bargain at around $34.
50+4+14+17+8 = 93/100