Perhaps the greatest Monfortino? The 1955 Monfortino out of magnum was amazing, still very young with loads of spice, tannins and alcohol in its incredible nose. There was tar, leather and rose as well - all the components to stamp a classic on it. The acids were great, as was its long and spiny finish. It crushed the other 1955 wine on the table, a 1955 Biondi Santi Brunello di Montalcino Riserva. (96+pts JK)