• Il Borro Sangiovese Vigna Polissena 2019
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Il Borro Tuscany

Il Borro

Il Borro Sangiovese Vigna Polissena 2019

Red organic still

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Il Borro Tuscany
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Denomination Valdarno di Sopra DOC
Size 0,75 l
Alcohol content 14.5% by volume
Area Tuscany (Italy)
Grape varieties 100% Sangiovese
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Description

Polissena is a work of love towards one of Tuscany’s most representative grape varieties, Sangiovese. The vineyard from which is produced is planted on a schistose soil featuring an excellent drainage, perfect for it. It’s an elegant wine that surprises with its strong yet refined character.

Awards

  • 2019

    4

    Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.

  • 2019

    2

    This 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.

  • 2019

    92

    /100

    The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.

  • 2019

    2

    One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.

  • 2019

    4

    Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide

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Details

Profumo

Perfume

Notes of marasca cherries and peony lead to hints of sandalwood and juniper, followed by black pepper, liquorice and rhubarb.

Colore

Color

A deep ruby red.

Gusto

Taste

Well-balanced, with refined tannins and an elegant finish that leaves the mouth perfectly clean.

Serve at:

16 - 18 °C.

Longevity:

10 - 15 years

Decanting time:

1 hour

Full Bodied and Very Aged Red Wines

Pairings

Meat-based Tuscan recipes, croutons, aged cheese, cold cuts, as well as game, especially hare, wild boar, chianina beef and cinta senese.

Meat
Game
Cheese
Matured cheese
Pork

Producer
Il Borro
From this winery
  • Start up year: 1993
  • Oenologist: Stefano Chioccioli, Samuele Mammoli
  • Bottles produced: 310.000
  • Hectares: 87
In 1993 Ferruccio Ferragamo became the owner of Il Borro Estate where, in previous years, he had hunted and vacationed with his family and friends. From that time on major work was undertaken in the medieval hamlet which was completely restored for the purpose of enhancing the history, traditions and natural surroundings, special attention was paid to the vineyards.

Today, the entire Estate is managed by two of his six children: Salvatore, CEO and Vittoria who is responsible for Il Borro’s Garden and special projects. Authenticity, respect for the environment, culture and enhancement of the local expertise are the pillars of the Estate’s sustainable philosophy which dominate each and every decision. Read more
Production area: Tuscany
Tuscany
Il Borro

Name Il Borro Sangiovese Vigna Polissena 2019
Type Red organic still
Denomination Valdarno di Sopra DOC
Vintage 2019
Size 0,75 l
Alcohol content 14.5% by volume
Grape varieties 100% Sangiovese
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Vendor Il Borro
Total acidity 5.4 gr/L
Allergens Contains sulphites