The 2016 Poggio Antico Riserva is a true testament to the excellence of Brunello di Montalcino. Grown in the rolling hills of Tuscany, Italy, this wine is a masterpiece of the Poggio Antico winery. The deep ruby colour is a sign of the intensity and richness of this vintage. On the nose, it offers complex aromas of ripe red berries, cherry, and tobacco, with subtle hints of vanilla and spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and velvety, with smooth tannins and a long, lingering finish. The flavours of dark cherry, plum, and earthy notes are expertly balanced with a touch of acidity, making this wine a perfect match for hearty meat dishes or aged cheeses. With its elegant structure and impeccable craftsmanship, the 2016 Poggio Antico Riserva is a must-try for any wine enthusiast.
Winemakers Notes
VINTAGE NOTES
An outstanding vintage characterized by a classic Mediterranean climate trend. The season began as a cold one, with little rainfall and temperatures that are slightly below average, which led to regular fruit set. The fairly hot summer presented significant diurnal temperature variation between day and night. These characteristics, combined with the lower temperatures and the light rain in early September, allowed for perfect ripening, as well as the development of pleasant freshness and exceptional phenolic maturity.
ABOUT THE PROPERTY
-200 ha total
-33 ha under vine plus 2 ha planted in 2020
-26.0 ha designated for Brunello di Montalcino
-1976 Founded and 1 st wines produced
-1990 Poggio Antico Brunello 1985 ranks number 4 in the Wine Spectator Top 100
-July 2017 AtlasInvest (under Marcel van Poecke) purchased property and
appointed Federico Trost general manager
-2020 was the first organic harvest
THE VINEYARD
-500m (1,640ft) above sea level
-One of the highest producers of Brunello
-Strong diurnal shift
-Steady Mediterranean breeze reduces mold & mildew pressure
-Vineyards face South/Southwest
-Soil: mainly galestro (marl), a calcareous rock
Aging:
30 months in 25hl and 40hl traditional Slavonian oak casks, followed by 18 months of bottle refinement.
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Tasting Notes
The 2016 Poggio Antico Riserva is a true testament to the excellence of Brunello di Montalcino. Grown in the rolling hills of Tuscany, Italy, this wine is a masterpiece of the Poggio Antico winery. The deep ruby colour is a sign of the intensity and richness of this vintage. On the nose, it offers complex aromas of ripe red berries, cherry, and tobacco, with subtle hints of vanilla and spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and velvety, with smooth tannins and a long, lingering finish. The flavours of dark cherry, plum, and earthy notes are expertly balanced with a touch of acidity, making this wine a perfect match for hearty meat dishes or aged cheeses. With its elegant structure and impeccable craftsmanship, the 2016 Poggio Antico Riserva is a must-try for any wine enthusiast.