Rampolla, Alceo other_regions Moderate wood sets off the

Moderate wood sets off the ripe and fresh if restrained aromas of soft earth

very tight and tannic

it fills your mouth

explosive wine that is sure to deliver considerable intrigue and pleasure over the next 10-15 years or so

Rampolla, Alceo other_regions Moderate wood sets off theAt twelve years of age, the 2001 Vigna d'Alceo remains a behemoth. Even with all of its power, the 2001 is also incredibly elegant, refined and polished. The flavors and textures still haven't fully filled out, as is the case with the vintages of the 1990s, so readers will have to be patient. Still, all of the elements are in place for the 2001 to be an even more spectacular wine than it already it is in another few years. The 2001 isn't quite as