Any comments on Brunellos?
I've never tasted a bad Brunello. I think they are one of the best wines produced.
Opinions on the 1997 vintage or other vintages? (I don't know because I'm
> holding mine a while longer)
ditto
Is Banfi any good? (I like Banfi (especially the Poggio All Oro but I like
> the normale, too) but Parker doesn't seem to like them much)
I think Banfi is great. Their '96 is drinking wonderfully right now. I will hold my '97s for a few more years.
How does WS give the 1997 Pian delle Vigne (Antinori's Brunello) 97 points
> but Daniel Thomases says the 1998, which he give 91 points, is better?
> Anyone tried the Pian delle Vigne?
I will hold mine for at least a few more years
Any specific producers you like or dislike?
I have a case of Barbi, of which I opened one bottle. I find it to be extremly young. If you are to drink it now, it must be decantered otherwise undrinkable.
On a side note, I just purchased a case of '97 Chianti Ruffino Gold Label. How long do you think will hold??? Thanks...
cheers, dr