Poggio Antico Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a premium wine produced by the renowned Poggio Antico winery in the Montalcino appellation of Tuscany, Italy. The vineyards are situated at an altitude of 500 meters above sea level, providing ideal growing conditions for the Sangiovese grapes used in the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand-harvesting and aging in oak barrels for at least three years. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant expression of the Sangiovese grape, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and leather. Poggio Antico Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a must-try for wine enthusiasts looking for a high-quality, authentic Italian wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Poggio Antico Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a truly remarkable example of the Sangiovese grape.It's a deep and powerful wine, with aromas of ripe blackberry, currant, and dried fig. On the palate, flavors of black cherry, licorice, and tobacco leaf are complemented by leather and herbal notes. The tannins are supple and well-integrated, leading to a lengthy and balanced finish. A superb expression of Montalcino's famous terroir.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2056
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sangiovese
ORIGINS
Winery: Poggio Antico
Region: Tuscany
Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions.
Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.