Il PoggioneBrunello di Montalcino 2019

Product code: 20049
£37.25 inc VAT
Delivering from: 21/11/2024
Italy
Red Wine from
Tuscany, Italy
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Il Poggione
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Sangiovese
Grape: 100% Sangiovese
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Il Poggione
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Sangiovese
Grape: 100% Sangiovese

Product Notes

Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino is a quintessential Italian red wine, known for its opulent texture and earthy, rich flavours. Produced in Tuscany, this elegant wine showcases a radiant ruby colour and offers sumptuous notes of ripe cherries, plums, and warm spices. Further complexities of leather and ground coffee linger, alongside refined tannins and a persistent finish. Its age-worthy quality adds to its reputation, allowing nuances to evolve otherwise unseen in younger wines. Il Poggione Brunello's balance between power and finesse makes it an iconic expression of Sangiovese grapes, a wine to be savoured during any special occasion.

About the Winery

Il Poggione

Crafting some of the most significant expressions of Tuscany, Italy, Il Poggione winery is a pocket of classic winemaking in the heart of the Val d'Orcia region. The vineyard occupies a piece of hallowed ground which is generously endowed by nature, making it an idyllic location teeming with potential for wine growers and enthusiasts alike.

Il Poggione winery was founded in the late 19th century by the Franceschi family; a group of wine enthusiasts committed to preserving the tradition of the Italian winemaking community. The family's passion is deeply interwoven throughout every facet of the winery. Currently managed by the fifth generation, their devotion to creating sublime wines shows no signs of waivering.

This winery is particularly known for its traditional approach in crafting Brunello wines. Brunello di Montalcino, the winery's flagship wine, is an exquisite manifestation of the estate's commitment to the traditional wine-making philosophy. Much like the Franceschi family, this wine is robust, refined, and true to its roots.

Il Poggione is also lauded for its commitment to sustainability. Embracing time-honoured methods while respecting nature, they have managed to strike a balance between tradition and innovation. This balance is perfectly represented by the vineyard’s combination of modern and traditional farming techniques, showcasing that progress does hinder the respect for tradition and care for the environment.

The enchanting landscape brimming with cypress trees and lush vineyards, coupled with the rustic stone buildings, add to the winery's charm and appeal. When visiting Il Poggione, one can expect a gastronomical journey through time; every sip of wine tells a tale, allowing one to peer into the vast history and tradition of this historic winery.

In conclusion, Il Poggione winery is an embodiment of the richness of Italian winemaking culture and a noteworthy beacon of sustainable viniculture. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or just on a leisurely Italian sojourn, do remember to put a visit of this historic winery on your itinerary.

http://www.tenutailpoggione.it

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