Poggio San Polo
This property was purchased by Valpolicella producer, Marilisa Allegrini, in 2006. Marilisa...
has continued to invest heavily in the estate and has brought in winemaker Nicola Biasi to build on Poggio San Polo's already considerable reputation and impressive levels of quality. Situated in the eastern part of Montalcino, this estate covers 22 hectares of which 16 are under vine and produces wines that are classic in style but with a bit more weight than would be found to the north of the zone.
Vineyards
Poggio San Polo's vineyards cover approximately eight hectares planted between 1990 and 2000. They are situated at an altitude of 450 metres above sea level, facing south-southwest on chalky, clay soils. They are spur-cordon trained with a density of 4,000-7,000 plants per hectare. Yields are 34 hectolitres per hectare.
Vintage Information
Considerable rainfall in the spring of 2009 allowed for an accumulation of water reserves that were used to relieve the rather hot and dry summer months. September was mild, with a very satisfactory diurnal temperature range. Even ripening produced prime quality grapes.
Vinification
The grapes were hand picked into 17 kilo crates. After gentle pressing, fermentation took place in temperature-controlled concrete tanks with temperatures reaching a maximum of 28-30°C, with a long maceration on the skins lasting 20-22 days. The wine was aged in new, medium-toasted, French oak tonneaux (500 litres) for a period of 24 months, followed by extended ageing in bottle before release.
Tasting Notes
An intense ruby red with garnet hues. The typical aromas of violets and small red berries are followed by hints of vanilla, cedar and coffee. On the palate it is full-bodied and warm with a densely-woven texture and robust tannins, while the finish is rounded and persistent.
Vintage Information
| Vintage | 2009 |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Region | Montalcino, Tuscany |
| Winemaker | Nicola Biasi |
| Alcohol (ABV) | 13.5% |
| Acidity | 5.6g/l |
| Residual Sugar | 1g/l |
| Wine pH | 3.6 |
Trade customers
Liberty Wines customers can order this wine directly from us.