Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2008      85/100 
Thank goodness the rather flat nose doesn’t tell this wine’s full story.  Red apple and fresh strawberry flavors coat the palate evenly while the bright acids cut a step from start to finish.  Showing balance and finesse this is quite approachable in its youth and shows simple appeal provided the nose ever comes out to play.