Poggio Bonelli
Poggiassai 2018
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 85% Sangiovese, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Aging | 16-18 mesi in piccoli fusti di rovere francese, seguiti da 6 mesi in bottiglia. |
- Composition: 85% Sangiovese and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, still red wine Toscana IGT
- Aroma: notes of red fruits, tobacco, mushrooms, chocolate, balsamic and spices
- Vinification: 10 days fermentation in steel at 28-30°C and 20 days maceration on the skins
- Ageing: 16-18 months in small French oak barrels followed by 6 months in bottle
- Ratings and potential: 92/100 from James Suckling and Robert Parker, expected evolution 10-15 years
Description
What kind of wine it is
Poggiassai is a still red wine that expresses the character and structure of the Tuscany region. Born from the union of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, it presents itself with an intense ruby red colour. On the nose, it is broad and complex, characterised by notes of red fruits, tobacco, mushrooms and chocolate, enriched by intriguing balsamic and spicy nuances. On the palate, it reveals a full-bodied and powerful character, supported by well-balanced tannins that provide equilibrium and a persistent finish. This blend offers a satisfying tasting experience, ideal if served after an hour of decanting to accompany roasts, grilled meats, game and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the renowned hills of Chianti, in the Sienese area of Castelnuovo Berardenga. The vines grow at an altitude of 250 metres, benefiting from an optimal south-west exposure that promotes perfect phenolic ripeness. Poggio Bonelli practises meticulous sustainable viticulture in its vineyards, certified by Agriqualità and based on the spur-pruned cordon training system. Such a profound respect for the ecosystem ensures perfect agronomic balance, offering intact and expressive grapes that guarantee the product’s vibrant freshness and strong sense of place.
How it is produced
The winemaking process begins with fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature for ten days, followed by careful maceration on the skins lasting about twenty days. This stage is essential to maximise the wine’s aromatic and extractive complexity. Afterwards, the wine matures for a period of sixteen to eighteen months in small French oak barrels. A final six-month refinement in the bottle defines the elegance of the tannins, giving the wine a rounded taste and complete harmony at the time of serving.
History and Curiosities
Born in the heart of Chianti, in Castelnuovo Berardenga, Poggiassai 2018 represents the excellence of the Poggio Bonelli estate, active since 1950. Overseen by the renowned oenologist Carlo Ferrini, this exceptional red is produced from vineyards managed by hand at an altitude of 250 metres, in full compliance with the strict Agriqualità sustainability standards. The deep dedication to the land is expressed in a wine of international prestige, as demonstrated by the scores of 92/100 awarded by James Suckling and Robert Parker.
Awards
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2018
92/100
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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2018
92/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1950
- Oenologist: Carlo Ferrini
- Bottles produced: 130.000
- Hectares: 88
A property that was sought after by some of the most important Sienese families, Poggio Bonelli has belonged to numerous different families throughout the centuries. Firstly, the Spennali family owned it during the Middle Ages and passed it into the hands of the Piccolomini family in the second half of the 16th century. In the following century, probably for dynastic reasons, it became the property of the Landucci family. Finally, at the beginning of the 21st century, it came to belong to the Banca Monte Paschi di Siena, the most ancient Italian bank in the territory of Siena. The wine estate is owned by the Banca Monte Paschi di Siena, which acts as a shareholder, while a team of professionals with long-standing experience in wine-making carries out the management. The result is a human, dynamic, and solid business. Read more
| Name | Tenute Poggio Bonelli Poggiassai 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 85% Sangiovese, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Poggio Bonelli |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in the heart of Chianti, in Castelnuovo Berardenga, Poggiassai 2018 represents the excellence of the Poggio Bonelli estate, active since 1950. Overseen by the renowned oenologist Carlo Ferrini, this exceptional red is produced from vineyards managed by hand at an altitude of 250 metres, in full compliance with the strict Agriqualità sustainability standards. The deep dedication to the land is expressed in a wine of international prestige, as demonstrated by the scores of 92/100 awarded by James Suckling and Robert Parker. |
| Origin | Castelnuovo Berardenga (Siena) |
| Yield per hectare | 5,000 kg per hectare |
| Fermentation temperature | 28-30 °C |
| Fermentation | 10 days |
| Production technique | Traditional vinification: fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats with skin maceration; ageing in small French oak barrels and subsequent ageing in bottle. |
| Wine making | Traditional in stainless steel vats for 10 days at a controlled temperature (28-30°C). At the end of fermentation, further maceration on the skins for about 20 days. |
| Aging | 16 8 mesi in piccoli fusti di rovere francese, seguiti da 6 mesi in bottiglia. |
| Year production | 130000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |