Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino - 2018

Vintage: 2018

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Il Poggione is one of the oldest and most prestigious wineries in the Montalcino region of Tuscany, Italy. The Brunello di Montalcino is crafted exclusively from Sangiovese grapes, which are meticulously cultivated in the estate's vineyards. The wine undergoes a traditional winemaking process, including fermentation in stainless steel tanks followed by aging in large French oak barrels for a minimum of three years. This results in a wine with a complex flavor profile, showcasing rich notes of dark cherry, plum, and hints of spice, complemented by firm tannins and balanced acidity. The wine's robust structure and depth make it an excellent pairing with hearty dishes such as roasted meats, game, and aged cheeses.

Professional Scores

96

Impressing from the first tilt of the glass, the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino makes itself known, with a heady burst of exotic spice and crushed ashen stone giving way to dried black cherries and grilled herbs. This combines the energy of the vintage with the dark balsamic-tinged fruits of Montalcino’s southern reaches, as zesty acidity maintains balance throughout, and flinty minerals saturate toward the close. It finishes long, savory and structured, yet its tannins are more rounded than anticipated, creating both a classic feel, but also leaving a mouthwatering sensation that tricks the taster back to the glass for more. Easily one of the top wines of the vintage, the 2018 is not to be missed.

Vinous

750ml