2001 Salvatore Molettieri, Taurasi Riserva DOCG, Cinque Querce (RT96) At age 20 this magnificent wine has blossomed in a stellar way, delivering waves of mentholated black plum, black cherry, dried rose petal, smoke and herbal notes of oregano and ash-tinged dust. The palate is wonderfully balanced with superb delineation of its fruit, bright acidity and sweet ripe tannin with a slightly drying presentation remaining. Now in its prime drinking window, this will continue to show well and slowly evolve for a minimum of 20 years, perhaps longer. The bouquet is so alluring I could smell it all day without every taking a sip. Drink now-2040+
