The estate’s 2006 Rosso Piceno Piediprato (50% Sangiovese, 50% Montepulciano) reveals a layered expression of perfumed red fruits in a medium-bodied finessed style with notable juiciness and lovely overall balance. The Piediprato is aged in a combination of large casks although a small amount of medium-sized 5 hectoliter barrels are used as well. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2012. Saladini Pilastri makes some of the most delicious, value-priced wines in Italy. Most of the estate’s current releases were reviewed in Issue 178.Importer: Michelangelo Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 699-7021