Solengo is a masterfully crafted super Tuscan blend of Petit Verdot Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with seamlessly integrated wood notes that form a modern and proud personality. Aromas include black cherry exotic spice and chocolate and the wine's flavors are enduring and smooth. Cellar it for five more years at least.

($78) Shows black pepper blackberry and mulberry aromas. Full-bodied dense and rich with seamless tannins and a silky polished texture. Impressive length and structure. Built for aging. Reminiscent of the 1999. Petit Verdot Cabernet Sauvignon Syrah and Merlot. Best after 2012. 1800 cases made

Argiano's 2006 Solengo is an explosive dense wine packed with blueberry jam grilled herbs tar and smoke. This is another structured powerful wine that needs time for the tannins to soften but the wine is quite promising even at this early stage. In 2006 Solengo has taken on elements of a Bordeaux-like classicism I find very appealing although the Tuscan warmth inevitably comes through. Not a bad combination. The Sangiovese is gone and Solengo is now 45% Cabernet Sauvignon 30% Merlot and 25% Syrah. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2021. -Antonio Galloni