You're welcome, Wesley. Happy New Year to you and all.

"Le Ortole" is the cream of the honey-note crop but, at $50 a bottle (U.S. retail), I'm not going to suggest that to everyone here at Fodors (but those who can afford it should try and get their hands on one). The 2000 Pallagrello has more than enough complexity to make it a very worthy purchase without breaking the bank.

Frankly, many of my favorites fall into the range of $23-$46 and I'm careful about giving an overly complex choice to an unappreciative recipient. I never purchase wine based on price but find that most choices below $15 (in U.S.) are lackluster. Getting recommendations from someone you trust is a great way to narrow the tasting field and get more bang for your buck.

Oh_so_bucko wrote

>Question, where did you find a wine merchant who would refund a bottle 10 - 15 years after you purchased it? <

Touche'