Poggio Antico

Like its predecessors, the 2017 vintage of Poggio Antico Brunello di Montalcino also impresses the international wine world. Awarded 94 points by James Suckling, 93 points in Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 95 points in Decanter, and 92 points in WineEnthusiast, the Brunello is a feast for the senses and another outstanding example of why Poggio Antico has been considered an iconic winemaker in Tuscany for decades.The Sangiovese bouquet is fascinatingly intense and multi-faceted. "Aromas reminiscent of undergrowth, rubbed botanical herbs, wild roses and wild berries pour from the glass," according to Kerin O'Keefe in the Wine Enthusiast, while James Suckling writes of a pure cherry, berry and floral character with underlying notes of cedar. Decanter says, "Smells quite savory of coffee, dark chocolate, bitter orange peel and some Christmas spices, cloves and cinnamon," adding that the savory spice is in the foreground.On the palate, this fine red wine from Tuscany is terrifically elegant, with a medium to full body. In addition, there is a wonderful depth and variety of aromas. The elegant palate offers dried cherries, licorice and ground cloves in a complex interplay with fine-grained tannins, as O'Keefe writes. The Wine Advocate highlights lots of fresh fruit and the soft and supple tannins, while Decanter, in turn, recognizes tension and precision on the palate, well-integrated tannins and a lovely sweetness at the start. The long, aromatic finish completes this taste experience.This single-varietal Sangiovese from the 30 hectares of picturesquely situated sites of Poggio Antico is outstanding. A major contributing factor is that the grapes ripen about 500 meters above sea level on chalky, stony soils. The harvest yields are deliberately severely limited. The Poggio Antico Brunello di Montalcino is aged for 30 months in Slavonian oak barrels, followed by another 18 months in the bottle.A superb classic of Italian winemaking. Enjoy the Poggio Antico Brunello di Montalcino with red meat or game dishes, preferably with mushrooms. A strong cheese is also an excellent companion for the Brunello - we recommend, for example, a Pecorino from Tuscany or a Toma Piemontese. Tip: Enjoy this Brunello after 2024.

The Poggio Antico Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is an outstanding red wine from Tuscany, which is undoubtedly one of the truly great creations of Italian winemaking. Poggio Antico produces this single-varietal Sangiovese only in vintages that produce exceptionally good harvests. The Decanter awards 98 (!) points out of 100 and writes of a bouquet that combines notes of sweet red cherries with a piquant spiciness, along with notes of clove, vanilla and cinnamon. The Wine Spectator likewise awarded a terrific 97 points, focusing in its review on the notes of cherries and violets, as well as hints of minerals and tobacco in the bouquet.  Ninety-six points from James Suckling (cherries, orange peel and sandalwood) and from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (dark fruit, cherry, leather, spices and tar) complete the series of top ratings for the Poggio Antico Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016.On the palate, the Brunello is fresh, juicy and powerful. The tannins are integrated in a fascinating harmony. Connoisseurs can also look forward to the fine minerality and noticeable, lovely structure of this Tuscan Sangiovese.The Poggio Antico Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 was aged for 30 months in French and Slavonian oak, and subsequently for a further 30 months in the bottle. In short, it is an exceptional wine that has yet to reveal its full potential. Our tip: Wait until 2025 to enjoy this premium red wine. This Brunello will remain a source of joy until the early 2040s. The Decanter describes it as “gorgeously sexy and seductive”.

"Rosso di Montalcino 2020: fruity, floral, perfect for any Sunday brunch!" Thus, the Poggio Antico winery from Tuscany describes this single-varietal Sangiovese, which is truly a fine taste experience of outstanding quality. The renowned wine critic Jane Anson, awarding 92 points, likewise leaves no doubt that the Poggio Antico Rosso di Montalcino is a wonderful Sangiovese from the heart of Italy, writing of “fragrant floral aromas that make your mouth water before you even take a sip" and “soft tannins, fresh and mineral, delicious salinity, with great juiciness on the palate, unfussy and delicious." Anson writes of a brilliant vintage in the region, offering genuine treasures among the value-priced wines. You can look forward to another great vintage of Poggio Antico Rosso di Montalcino. With its typical notes of cherries and characteristic spice, the red wine from Tuscany is always an excellent choice. This Sangiovese matured in 500-litre French oak barrels for a year.While it is delightful on its own, the Poggio Antico Rosso di Montalcino 2020 is also a fine companion to roast chicken or cod.