2018 Poggio Antico 2018 1500mL

Poggio Antico, high up in the hills of Montalcino Poggio Antico is one of Montalcino's most elevated estates, situated southwest of the fame medieval citadel. Its 35-hectare (86 acres) vineyard area is cultivated at an altitude of almost 500 meters (1 640 ft). The estate's unique location, high altitude, and perfect exposure all contribute to the ideal conditions which give the wines of Poggio Antico intense bouquets and incredible finesse. Founded in 1976, a new team arrived at the head of the estate in 2017. As soon as they arrived, they led a soil survey to identify the micro terroirs within the vineyard in order to implement a polt-by-plot approach. They have launched many new and exciting projects, including the organic conversion of the vineyards, cellar renovations and plans for a new hospitality center. Poggio Antico, Brunello di Montalcino D.O.C.G , is made with 100% homegrown Sangiovese. This classic Brunello is produced in the traditional way to let the purity of the grape shine through. A long wood aging (30 months in 25 and 40-hl Slavonian oak barrels) and bottle refinement (18 months) give this wine incredible depth and complexity. The 2018 vintage The 2018 vintage experienced a very cool and windy climate, registering temperatures below average even during summer. This led maturation to last throughout September and benefit from the remarkable diurnal temperature variation. At the end of the month, we harvested perfectly fragrant Sangiovese grapes distinguished by a well-balanced phenolic concentration, hinting to a solid and phenomenal aging

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