Equal parts Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. Aged separately in barrique for 7-8 months, blended, put back into barrique for another 7-8 months, then bottled and left for a final 7-8 months before release. Dark ruby/black colour; almost opaque. Aromas of blackcurrant, vanillan/oak, black licorice, black cherry, black plums. Big nose. Medium-full bodied, with dark fruit and vanilla. Good structure. Moderate finish, 35s, with black fruit. Needs another couple years. 90 points (06/01/2006).