The 2004 vintage is a textbook example. In the glass, it still shows a deep, shining ruby color with barely a trace of age. The nose opens immediately and seductively: ripe cherries, plums, and a hint of violet, followed by cedar, graphite, and a whisper of pure cocoa. Everything about this wine breathes harmony — nothing shouts, everything whispers. On the palate, it’s silky and nearly weightless in texture: the fruit is fresh, the tannins are perfectly integrated, and the finish lingers endlessly with poise and grace.
When it comes to food, the Tuscan classics naturally come to mind, but something more delicate works just as well — sweetbreads, roast pigeon, or ravioli with mushrooms and sage would pair beautifully with its texture and finesse.
After more than twenty years, the 2004 is now at its absolute peak. Fully open, generous yet alive, it carries that inner tension that only great wines possess. It could still evolve for a few more years, but truly, this is the moment when it gives everything — a glass of pure grace from the heart of Tuscany.
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