2000 Gaja Ca’marcanda Magari Toscana IGT

93 points Robert Parker: "The brilliant 2000 Magari (6,000 cases) is a blend of 50% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon. Its opaque purple color is followed by a gorgeous perfume of espresso, new saddle leather, blackberries, creme de cassis, smoke, and licorice. The wine is full-bodied and opulently-textured, with fabulous fruit concentration, great purity, and a savory, long mouthfeel. The tannin, acidity, and wood are brilliantly integrated in this exceptional effort. Anticipated maturity: now-2013. Kudos to Angelo Gaja, who has taken up the challenge of producing great wines far from his home base in Barbaresco. This debut release is immensely promising." (12/02) 90 points Wine Spectator: "A rich and inviting red. Complex aromas of flowers, spices and figs, with hints of berries. Medium- to full-bodied, with round, caressing tannins and a long, juicy finish. Gaja's new red from Bolgheri. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best after 2004." (09/02)