{"product_id":"il-poggione-brunello-di-montalcino-2021","title":"Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat type of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIl Poggione Brunello di Montalcino is a \u003cstrong\u003estructured red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e that fully expresses the character of Sangiovese grown in Tuscan soil. This prestigious Brunello di Montalcino stands out for its full body and \u003cstrong\u003efine, velvety tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, accompanied by a well-integrated freshness. On the palate, a marked mineral vein emerges, leading towards a long and persistent finish, characterised by light citrus notes and typical irony tones. Vinified in steel and aged in oak barrels, it presents a warm and balanced style that makes it ideal for enhancing intense dishes, creating harmonious pairings with red meats, game, and \u003cstrong\u003emature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are grown in the estate's vineyards located on the southern slope of Montalcino, in the Sant’Angelo in Colle area. The rows extend between 150 and 450 metres in altitude and include \u003cstrong\u003eold vines\u003c\/strong\u003e over fifty years old, cultivated through sustainable agricultural practices and protected by dense woods. This microclimate ensures regular ripening, defining an intense aromatic profile. In the glass, the Sangiovese releases hints of dark berries and raspberry, enriched by nuances of cherry, liquorice, \u003cstrong\u003edark tobacco\u003c\/strong\u003e, and recognisable \u003cstrong\u003esmoky notes\u003c\/strong\u003e, maintaining an excellent balance between structure and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe process begins with a careful \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e, which allows for the selection of clusters before vinification. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks using indigenous yeasts and the submerged cap technique, at a controlled temperature to encourage a balanced extraction. After malolactic fermentation, the wine undergoes a slow rest of approximately thirty months in \u003cstrong\u003elarge French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. Subsequent and prolonged \u003cstrong\u003ebottle ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e completes the final evolution, giving the wine great complexity and a remarkable ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and interesting facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1890 by the Franceschi family, the Il Poggione estate is a pillar of \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino\u003c\/strong\u003e. Under the expert guidance of Fabrizio Bindocci, this exceptional wine is crafted from 100% Sangiovese grapes, harvested from \u003cstrong\u003evines over fifty years old\u003c\/strong\u003e that are sustainably cultivated and surrounded by pristine woodlands. The winery combines tradition and innovation, ageing the wine at a depth of five metres in French oak casks to enhance its \u003cstrong\u003eextraordinary longevity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Il Poggione","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47736663965867,"sku":"62497","price":51.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/il-poggione-brunello-di-montalcino-2021_62497_1_8310d6c4-b863-48b7-8acd-30c4593b7efd.webp?v=1789384165","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/products\/il-poggione-brunello-di-montalcino-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}