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Red dry
"Tenuta Il Poggione" is a historic name inseparable from the benchmark of traditional Tuscan winemaking. Their "Rosso di Montalcino," often called the younger brother of the legendary "Brunello," is a perfect choice for those who want to enjoy the estate's craftsmanship right now.
In the glass, the wine shines with an intense ruby color and exudes expressive aromas. It is dominated by fresh red berries, ripe cherries, and elegant accents of cedar, oak spices, and light toast.
On the palate, this wine is medium-bodied, perfectly structured, yet at the same time incredibly smooth and soft. It features vibrant acidity, juicy, savory motifs of salted orange and cherries, along with youthful, chalky-textured tannins. The wine leaves a long, clean, and harmonious finish.
The wine is made from 100% "Sangiovese" grapes, harvested from the estate's younger vines. The soil of the estate's vineyards is highly diverse, and this is precisely what creates the perfect balance of the wine: moisture-retaining clay prevails in the valleys, while rocks, shale, and local friable limestone (galestro) lie in the higher altitudes. Unlike the "Brunello," which requires long-term aging, this "Rosso di Montalcino" is aged in large oak barrels for about 12 months.
This powerful and complex wine is best served at a temperature of 16–18 °C and pairs perfectly with a well-done steak, slow-cooked game, and aged Pecorino cheese.
Tightly knit and focused, featuring dark cherries, fresh herbs and subtle oak spice. Medium-bodied with a linear profile and firm, yet finely integrated tannins. Long and slightly chewy finish. Drink or hold. Tuesday, Jul 15, 2025
Il Poggione is one of the most prestigious wineries in Montalcino (Italy), managed by the Franceschi family for five generations. Located on the southern slopes of Sant'Angelo in Colle, this estate is renowned for its traditional style, highly age-worthy Brunello di Montalcino wines. It is an ideal choice for those seeking an authentic red wine that perfectly reflects the pure character of Sangiovese grapes and the regional terroir, offering an exceptional price-to-quality ratio.
Unique Montalcino Terroir and Historic Vineyards
The vineyards of the Il Poggione estate are located in the southern part of Montalcino, which boasts a unique microclimate. Mediterranean winds and significant day-to-night temperature variations ensure even ripening of the harvest and preserve the natural acidity of the berries. These factors give the wines extraordinary freshness and longevity. The pride of the winery is the Vigna Paganelli vineyard. Planted back in 1964, it is one of the oldest in the entire Montalcino region.
Traditional Winemaking
A father-and-son winemaking duo, Fabrizio and Alessandro Bindocci, works in the estate's cellars, acting as strict custodians of the traditional Brunello production canons. The grapes are harvested exclusively by hand. To maximize color and tannin extraction, a long maceration process is applied with regular pump-overs. Large, neutral French oak barrels are deliberately chosen for aging. This method maintains a very subtle wood influence and allows the Sangiovese grapes and the Sant'Angelo terroir to speak for themselves. In exceptional vintage years, the Riserva wine produced spends at least one additional year in barrels.
Wine Style and Aging Potential
The result in the glass is an intense and full-bodied wine. The multi-layered aromas and taste intertwine notes of dark berries, menthol, sweet smoke, cocoa, and spices, accompanied by the recognizable earthiness characteristic of Montalcino wines. These are beautifully aging wines, valued by collectors for their longevity and highly attractive price ratio in the premium class market.
