1999 Sant Antimo Fabius

Fabulous is the 1999 Sant'Antimo Favius (500 cases). A huge black/purple-colored effort, it boasts notes of roasted espresso, blackberries, asphalt, truffles, and pepper. Explosive, rich, unctuously-textured, and full-bodied, with low acidity, it is stunning at present, yet unformed and primary. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2015. Bravo! Oct 2001, www.robertparker.com

Robert Parker    Score: 94/100