From the legendary and famously hot 1997 vintage, this Lungarotti “Rubesco” is a stunning look at a fully mature, iconic red from Umbria. After 28 years of evolution, this blend of Sangiovese and Colorino has transformed the vintage’s immense power into a rich, savory, and complex profile. The nose is deep and enveloping, with aromas of baked cherry, fig, and sun-dried tomato, layered with sophisticated notes of leather, sweet tobacco, and dried herbs. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and velvety, with the once-powerful tannins now fully resolved into a seamless, generous texture. The finish is long and warming, echoing with notes of spice and earth. A magnificent, fully mature Umbrian benchmark at its absolute peak.