1. 1997 La Proderina - Dark ruby-garnet. Intense aromas of blackberry, mineral and violet, with just a hint of rose. Full-bodied, with soft and caressing tannins and a long, refined finish. Beautiful texture - 1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now. 450 cases made - JS

2. 1997 Costanti - Wonderfully perfumed, with roses, berries and fresh leather. Full-bodied, with very fine tannins and a long, cherry, floral, berry aftertaste. Fresh acidity. Very tight, yet extremely well-structured. Best after 2004. 2,400 cases - JS

3. 1997 Fuligni - Dark, ruby color. Very complex aromas of crushed raspberry, violet and hints of toasty oak. Full-bodied, with very silky tannins and beautiful fresh mineral, licorice and blackberry character. Long and caressing. So fresh and balanced. - 1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2020. 670 cases made - JS