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Cabernet Franc Poggioraso 2021
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Cabernet Franc |
| Aging | Fermentation and maturation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature |
- Grape variety and style: 100% Cabernet Franc, a still red wine with notable structure, elegance and intensity
- Origin: IGT Tuscany, vineyards at 300 metres between Baccinello and Alberese
- Vinification: 2-week maceration, fermentation and maturation in stainless steel
- Pairings: pairs well with game, meat dishes, pork and mature cheeses
- Details: vintage 2021, 15% vol, 0.75L, 95/100 James Suckling, contains sulphites
Description
What kind of wine it is
Poggioraso by Poggio Argentiera is a still red wine produced in Tuscany that precisely expresses the character of its territory. Made from Cabernet Franc grapes, it presents a structured and full style, defined by remarkable intensity and an elegant profile. The long and persistent flavour profile harmoniously pairs with dishes of bold flavours, ideally accompanying pork-based dishes, game and mature cheeses. This label enhances the characteristics of the grape variety in Maremma, maintaining a clear focus on the purity of the fruit and substance.
Where it comes from
The roots of this wine lie in the southern Maremma, specifically between the areas of Baccinello and Alberese, in the province of Grosseto. The vineyards, situated at around three hundred metres above sea level, grow on soils rich in alluvial pebbles with a clear predominance of calcareous clays, fundamental elements for giving structure and definition to the glass. The Poggio Argentiera winery carefully tends these plots to transfer the authentic essence of the Maremma terroir into the glass, creating a sip capable of balancing power and finesse.
How it is produced
Production begins with a rigorous manual harvest, followed by vinification involving maceration on the skins for about two weeks. To manage extraction and preserve aromatic integrity, Poggio Argentiera carries out both fermentation and subsequent maturation in temperature-controlled steel tanks. The absence of ageing in barrels ensures a clear and faithful imprint of the Cabernet Franc, enhancing its natural expressiveness. In the vineyard, the use of the spur-pruned cordon training system and high planting density guarantee excellent aromatic concentration and great consistency in quality.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1997 with the acquisition of the Adua estate, Poggio Argentiera expanded its vineyards to Baccinello and Alberese to express the authentic terroir of the Maremma. This passion finds its highest expression in Poggioraso, a pure Cabernet Franc capable of enhancing the strength of the Tuscan land. The 2021 vintage stood out on the international stage, achieving prestigious scores: 95/100 from James Suckling and 92/100 from Robert Parker. A memorable red, also celebrated by the Veronelli and FIS guides for its unmistakable excellence.
Awards
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2021
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2021
2This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
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2021
94/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
95/100
One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2021
92/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2021
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Color
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1997
- Oenologist: Marco Lamastra
- Bottles produced: 120.000
- Hectares: 35
The 15 acres (six hectares) of vineyards began to produce grapes for a Morellino di Scansano and the new cellar was built. In 2001 the property was enlarged with the acquisition of another farm, located in Baccinello, a hillside zone in the township of Scansano. New vineyards were added to the older but prestigious existing ones, and today the winery owns over 50 acres (21 hectares) of vineyards all in the Morellino di Scansano appellation. Read more
| Name | Poggio Argentiera Cabernet Franc Poggioraso 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Cabernet Franc |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | PoggioargentierA |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1997 with the acquisition of the Adua estate, Poggio Argentiera expanded its vineyards to Baccinello and Alberese to express the authentic terroir of the Maremma. This passion finds its highest expression in Poggioraso, a pure Cabernet Franc capable of enhancing the strength of the Tuscan land. The 2021 vintage stood out on the international stage, achieving prestigious scores: 95/100 from James Suckling and 92/100 from Robert Parker. A memorable red, also celebrated by the Veronelli and FIS guides for its unmistakable excellence. |
| Origin | South Maremma (Grosseto area), Baccinello and Alberese areas |
| Soil composition | Soils rich in pebbles of alluvial origin with a prevalence of calcareous clays. |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon |
| Plants per hectare | 5600 plants per hectare |
| Production technique | Maceration for about two weeks; fermentation and maturation in temperature-controlled steel tanks |
| Wine making | Maceration for about two weeks, fermentation and maturation in temperature-controlled steel tanks. |
| Aging | Fermentation and maturation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |