Poggio Bonelli
Chianti Classico Riserva 2020
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | Aged in French oak barriques for a minimum of 21-24 months, followed by 3 months (or an extended period) of bottle ageing. |
- Name and alcohol content: Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva 2020, 14% vol
- Origin: 100% Sangiovese from Castelnuovo Berardenga at 280-360m
- Vinification: Macerated in steel and aged 21-24 months in barrique
- Notes: Morello cherry, thyme and leather, silky tannins and a spicy finish
- Serving: Decant for 1 hour at 18-20°C; excellent with meats and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Chianti Classico Riserva by Poggio Bonelli is a still red wine that embodies the deepest soul of Tuscany. Made exclusively from Sangiovese grapes, this wine expresses a layered aromatic profile, characterised by a dry sip and a silky tannic structure. Ideal for pairing with grilled red meats and game, it stands out for its excellent ageing potential, offering a long spicy finish every time it is poured into the glass.
Where it comes from
The grapes ripen in the vineyards of Castelnuovo Berardenga, in the heart of Chianti Classico, on soils situated between 280 and 360 metres above sea level. The agronomic management follows practices attentive to the ecosystem, favouring predominantly manual viticulture. Thanks to the use of the spur-pruned cordon training system, Poggio Bonelli limits the yield per vine to encourage greater aromatic concentration, delivering an authentic profile that enhances the tannic precision typical of the Sienese territory.
How it is produced
The vinification of the Sangiovese grapes involves a twenty-five day maceration with fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature. The ageing takes place in small French oak barrels for at least twenty-one months, enriching the bouquet with elegant tertiary notes, before concluding with an adequate rest in glass. The wine presents a deep ruby colour with garnet reflections, revealing hints of black cherry, leather and thyme. On the palate it is complex and harmonious; to best appreciate it, a one-hour decanting and serving at an ideal temperature between 18 and 20°C is recommended.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1950 in Castelnuovo Berardenga, Poggio Bonelli has made Chianti Classico Riserva the emblem of its excellence. Under the guidance of oenologist Carlo Ferrini, the winery masterfully enhances the Sienese terroir. The 2020 vintage continues a glorious tradition of international successes, widely recognised by critics such as James Suckling and Robert Parker. This renowned label reflects a profound historical heritage, offering the palate that unmistakable stylistic continuity which, for over a decade, has brought prestige to the estate.
Awards
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2020
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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2020
91/100
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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2020
90/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2020
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 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 Chianti Classico Riserva 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Poggio Bonelli |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1950 in Castelnuovo Berardenga, Poggio Bonelli has made Chianti Classico Riserva the emblem of its excellence. Under the guidance of oenologist Carlo Ferrini, the winery masterfully enhances the Sienese terroir. The 2020 vintage continues a glorious tradition of international successes, widely recognised by critics such as James Suckling and Robert Parker. This renowned label reflects a profound historical heritage, offering the palate that unmistakable stylistic continuity which, for over a decade, has brought prestige to the estate. |
| Origin | Castelnuovo Berardenga (province of Siena), Tuscany |
| Yield per hectare | 50 quintals per hectare |
| Fermentation temperature | 26-28 °C |
| Fermentation | 25 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; ageing in French oak barriques |
| Wine making | Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 26-28 °C; careful vinification lasting a total of 25 days, in accordance with tradition. |
| Aging | Aged in French oak barriques for a minimum of 21-24 months, followed by 3 months (or an extended period) of bottle ageing. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |