2007 Primofiore

The 2007 Primofiore is an attractive, fleshy wine laced with generous red berries, flowers, and sweet spices. The wine blossoms beautifully on the mid-palate as the fruit gains energy and focus. This hugely delicious, entry-level wine from Quintarelli should be savored over the next few years. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017. Giuseppe Quintarelli's passing earlier this year left a huge void in the wine world that isn't likely to ever be filled. Veneto is a fascinating region with tons of untapped potential, yet only one or two other producers have managed to make hypnotic, life-changing wines such as those that are found in these tiny cramped cellars in Negrar. At their best, Quintarelli's wines had no equal. I only hope the estate continues the tradition of making these idiosyncratic, compelling wines. Importer: Robert Chadderdon Selections, New York, NY; tel. (212) 332-4999