2002 Vitiano

The 2002 Vitiano received some of the juice usually used for Montiano, though the blend of the wine consists of Cabernet and Sangiovese in addition to Merlot. Abundantly fruity, as usual, with the classic notes of red and black currants and plums, it is both rounder and fuller than the 2002 Merlot and, more importantly, considerably longer and more sustained on the finish. Drink: now-2007. Importer: Winebow, Hohokus, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620