This is a rich and beautiful red, with lots of currants, spices and flowers. Full-bodied, with super velvety tannins and bright acidity. There's a beautiful depth of fruit to this. Wonderful. This is very structured and impressive. Needs at least four to five years to come around.

The 2008 Oreno is stunningly beautiful. An open expressive bouquet laced with mint red berries roses and spices emerges with superb clarity and balance. The tension between the minerality of the vintage and the rich expression of fruit that is one of the house's hallmarks play off each other beautifully here. The finish is utterly exquisite in its beguiling beauty. The 2008 isn't the most powerful Oreno ever made but it is quite possibly the most elegant impeccably refined wine I have ever tasted here. Simply put it is fabulous juice! In 2008 the percentage of Sangiovese is way down and Oreno is predominantly Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon a decision that has paid off handsomely. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. These superb releases from Sette Ponti include a fabulous version of the Oreno perhaps the finest vintage ever made.

Structured and racy showing blueberry and chocolate aromas and flavors with loads of currant. Full and tannic yet polished and caressing with an impressive and persistent finish. A marked change from some past vintages with only Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot and Petit Verdot in the blend. Best after 2014. -JS