From late 2002: Medium-to-full bodied, nice mineral notes on top of berry and cherry fruit. Internationally styled, but not overwhelming oak. Fairly soft and approachable.
My general impression of 1997 Brunelli (I know "i" is incorrect, but even Italian acquaintances do it) is that they are pretty good, in a very forward style. Very good without being as great as WS proclaims.
Banfi's style is a moderately newwave/international style.
I think this would be fine now with considerable decanting, but be best in 3-5 years or so. I don't think this is a wine to drink 20 years after vintage.
YMMV, and my opinions are just that.
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