Feudi di San Gregorio Serpico - 2003 (750ml) Pinot Meunier Its smoothness makes it surprisingly

Its smoothness makes it surprisingly pleasant

The edginess is absorbing and it should play out nicely with bottle age

A tincture of salted licorice on the aftertaste is very attractive

Palate The richness suggested on the nose becomes obvious on the palate

Feudi di San Gregorio Serpico - 2003 (750ml) Pinot Meunier Its smoothness makes it surprisinglyThe 2003 is a fascinating Serpico. The wine boasts impressive concentration in its dark, rich fruit. This is an incredibly primary Serpico, with little in the way of tertiary development. Ideally, it is best left alone for another few years, but readers fortunate enough to own this are in for a thrilling ride once the wine opens up a bit. Today it remains tightly coiled but full of potential. Anticipated maturity: 2013 2023. Robert Parker 93+ points