Frescobaldi Pomino Rosso 1997. This wine has really come into its own. I started buying this stuff back in the '86 vintage and I've remained a fan ever since. It's always been a good deal, but just as I'm running out of the '97s, I'm finding a lusciousness I never noticed before. I'll be on the prowl for some '99s if they're still around. And I'll keep them a little longer.

There's not a lot of information out there on this wine, but it appears that it's mostly Sangiovese with a little Pinot Nero and a smidge of Merlot thrown in. At least that's what more recent vintages (starting with 1998) are composed of. The '97 is deep and earthy and rich, if not particularly complex. Fabulous with pasta with tomatoes and onions and kalamata olives.

Excuse me. My glass appears to be empty.