Year

WOW Rating

%

2004

Market factors brought about a reduction in grape prices and subsequently in wine, in what was a large, good quality vintage.

Hold

92

2003

Heat waves and drought brought small grapes with concentrated flavours but inconsistent quality.

Hold

86

2002

Cool weather and plenty of rain resulted in a difficult vintage.

Avoid

80

2001

A superb vintage with good aromas from ripe, well-balanced grapes. Will keep well until 2015-2025.

Hold

94

2000

Classic vintage from Brunello, rich, complex wines. Drink 2012 - 2020

Hold

92

1999

Very attractive year, many fine, long-lasting wines

Hold

93

1998

Average vintage, will improve with ageing

Hold

88

1997

Superb year, great structure

Hold

94

1996

Good benchmark, needs 5 years

Drink or Hold

87

1995

Fine vintage, will age very well

Hold

92

1994

Not an outstanding year but don't miss it

Drink

86

1993

Most attractive vintage, great potential

Drink or Hold

91

1992

Avoid

70

1991

Classic Brunello character but not exceptional

Drink

88

1990

Stunning vintage, Italian flag-waver

Drink or Hold

98

1989

Quaffable

Drink

83

1988

Consistent, reliable and generally ready

Drink

90