Poggio di Sotto : Brunello di Montalcino 2019

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Brunello di Montalcino 2019 from Poggio di Sotto

Tasting

Color
This Brunello di Montalcino 2019 has a deep garnet red color.

Nose
The nose of this Italian wine is of great aromatic complexity, mixing notes of ripe red fruits, black cherry and plum, with delicate nuances of sweet spices.

Palate
On the palate, it reveals a beautiful tannic structure, supported by balanced acidity and great aromatic persistence. The aromas of red fruits and spices blend harmoniously with the woody and spicy notes, offering a long and tasty finish.

Service

To fully appreciate this Brunello di Montalcino 2019, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 16 and 18°C. It is advisable to decant it an hour before serving to allow the aromas to open up and the tannins to soften.

Pairings

This powerful and elegant red wine will pair perfectly with red meat dishes in sauce, game, mature cheeses or even spicy dishes from Italian cuisine.

Aging potential

This Brunello di Montalcino is a wine for aging that can be kept in the cellar for about ten years, or even more, for lovers of evolved wines.

A great red wine from Tuscany from an exceptional terroir

The property

The Poggio di Sotto estate is located in the Montalcino region, in Tuscany, and extends over 30 hectares of vineyards. Founded in 1989 by Piero Palmucci and Giorgio Bolla, the estate is now recognized as one of the most prestigious producers of Brunello di Montalcino.

The vineyard

The vines are grown organically and biodynamically, respecting the environment and biodiversity. The soils are mainly composed of pebbles and clay, giving these Italian wines great finesse and beautiful minerality.

The vintage

The 2019 vintage in Tuscany was marked by a mild and rainy winter, followed by a warm and dry spring. The summer weather conditions were ideal, with moderate temperatures and regular rainfall, allowing the grapes to reach optimal maturity.

Vinification and aging

The grapes are hand-picked, then sorted and destemmed before being vinified in thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks. The alcoholic fermentation is followed by a maceration of about three weeks, in order to extract the tannins and the aromas from the grape. This Brunello di Montalcino wine is then aged in French oak barrels for 36 months, then in bottle for at least 6 months before its marketing.

Blend

Sangiovese (100%)