{"product_id":"il-poggione-brunello-di-montalcino-2020","title":"Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino 2020","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat type of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIl Poggione's Brunello di Montalcino is a still red wine from Tuscany that expresses the essence of the denomination through the use of Sangiovese grapes. Characterised by a solid structure and a full body, it offers an enveloping sip, supported by \u003cstrong\u003evelvety tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and a vibrant freshness. The submerged cap fermentation conducted by indigenous yeasts ensures a harmonious aromatic and polyphenolic extraction. On the palate, it proves to be balanced, with a persistent finish featuring \u003cstrong\u003emineral and ferruginous hints\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it the ideal companion for red meat dishes, \u003cstrong\u003egame and mature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards dedicated to this label are located on the western slope of the Montalcino hills in Tuscany. The grapes reach maturity in \u003cstrong\u003eold vines\u003c\/strong\u003e over fifty years old, situated at an altitude between 150 and 450 metres, within an estate surrounded by dense woodland. The interaction between the hilly terrain and the local microclimate favours optimal vegetative development. This natural balance defines a distinctive aromatic profile, in which cherry notes and \u003cstrong\u003ehints of red fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e blend with nuances of liquorice, dark tobacco and \u003cstrong\u003esmoky sensations\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a deep sip that is profoundly linked to its territory of origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with the \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e, during which the bunches are carefully selected. The must ferments at a controlled temperature in steel tanks, with a submerged cap maceration that allows for a calibrated extraction. At the end of the malolactic fermentation, the wine acquires complexity by ageing for about thirty months in \u003cstrong\u003elarge French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e within underground cellars. This maturation period, followed by further rest in the bottle, consolidates its structure and bestows an extraordinary propensity for \u003cstrong\u003elong ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e, presenting itself in the glass with an intense ruby red colour with garnet highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and trivia\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1890 by the Franceschi family, Tenuta Il Poggione is an icon of \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 2020 vintage is produced from Sangiovese grapes from \u003cstrong\u003eold vines\u003c\/strong\u003e over fifty years old, sustainably cultivated amidst pristine woodlands. Under the guidance of Fabrizio Bindocci, the estate skilfully combines tradition and innovation. The secret to its extraordinary longevity lies in its ageing five metres deep in large \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, an underground environment that shapes the elegant structure of this celebrated Tuscan red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Il Poggione","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47736663933099,"sku":"62496","price":46.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/il-poggione-brunello-di-montalcino-2020_62496_1_91bceff2-cc92-4d7d-8508-3cd2134b566b.webp?v=1789384160","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/products\/il-poggione-brunello-di-montalcino-2020","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}