Aromas of berries herbs plums and green olives follow through to a full and velvety palate with well-integrated tannins and a long fruity finish. Shows strength yet agility. Cabernet Franc Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Could be called the Valandraud of Tuscany. This super Tuscan shows class. Best after 2004. 900 cases made. –JS

Very good are the 1300 cases of the 1999 Trinoro a blend of 70% Cabernet Franc 20% Merlot 6% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Petit Verdot. Cropped at yields of 26 hectoliters per hectare this profound dark purple-colored offering reveals noteworthy aromas of mocha black fruits spice box and toast. It possesses multiple layers astounding richness gorgeous purity definition and elegance medium to full body and a beautiful texture. Anticipated maturity: now-2015. This wine in the style of Franchetti's friends Peter Sissick and Jean-Luc Thunevin was not fined filtered or stablized and essentially represents the most honest/authentic essence of their vineyard. This is the wine of a genius.Importer: Rare Wine Co. Sonoma CA; tel. (707) 996-4484