1995 Cecchi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano ($12).

This medium-bodied Tuscan red wine offers penetrating black cherry and Italian herb flavors and racy acidity that never crosses the line into volatility. It's made in a style that is perfectly suited for serving with pasta, chicken or red meat. Drink it now or keep it for two or three years.

Pub Date: 9/02/98