Beschrijving
Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino 2018
Druif
Sangiovese
Vinificatie
De druiven zijn afkomstig van de oudste wijngaarden van het wijnhuis in Montalcino. De gemiddelde leeftijd van de stokken ligt tussen de 25 en 40 jaar. De wijngaarden liggen op 150 tot 450 meter boven zeeniveau. De hoogteverschillen zorgen voor koelte, wat gunstig is voor de ontwikkeling van de zuurgraad. De druiven worden met de hand geplukt.
Spijs & moment
Heerlijk bij gegrilde steak of wildgerechten. Ook lekker bij gerijpte, oude kazen.
Smaak
Krachtige, complexe wijn met een grote concentratie aan donker fruit, tonen van kruiden en chocolade. Fluweelzachte tannines en een lange afdronk.
Het wijnhuis Il Poggione is gesitueerd in een van de mooiste terroirs in de wereld, op de heuvels rond Montalcino. De geschiedenis van Il Poggione gaat terug naar het jaar 1890, wanneer Lavinio Franceschi, grondbezitter in Florence, besluit een wijnhuis op te richten in Montalcino. Hij gaat daar wijnen maken van de lokale Sangiovese-kloon Brunello en is daarmee een van de eerste wijnmakers die de wereldberoemde Brunello di Montalcino, zoals we die nu kennen, in de markt lanceert.
Het wijnhuis Il Poggione is gesitueerd in een van de mooiste terroirs in de wereld, op de heuvels rond Montalcino. De geschiedenis van Il Poggione gaat terug naar het jaar 1890, wanneer Lavinio Franceschi, grondbezitter in Florence, besluit een wijnhuis op te richten in Montalcino. Hij gaat daar wijnen maken van de lokale Sangiovese-kloon Brunello en is daarmee een van de eerste wijnmakers die de wereldberoemde Brunello di Montalcino, zoals we die nu kennen, in de markt lanceert.
| Robert Parker | 94 |
|---|---|
| Wine Spectator | 94 |
| James Suckling | 94 |
| Jancis Robinson | 17++/20 |
| Perswijn | 16/20 |
| Vinous | 96+ |
| Decanter | 92 |
| Gambero Rosso | 2 rode glaasjes |
| Awards | “The Il Poggione 2018 Brunello di Montalcino reveals a dark and savory character with more fruit weight and concentration than you might find in many of its peers. This wine shows a dense center of gravity that is padded with dark cherry, blackberry, toasted spice, mahogany smoked meat and tilled earth. Despite the robust aromas, this Sangiovese is actually quite streamlined and polished in texture. The tannins are soft and veering toward accessibility. This is an ambitious production of 200,000 bottles. The estate’s Riserva Vigna Paganelli was not made in 2018, so fruit from that wine went here instead.” – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
“This is a flavorful, layered Brunello with aromas of fresh and sour cherries, plums, bay leaves, rosemary and olives. Cloves and licorice, too. It’s medium- to full-bodied with firm, fine-grained tannins. Sleek and well-integrated, with a lengthy and deliciously savory finish. Drink from 2023.” – James Suckling “Impressing from the first tilt of the glass, the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino makes itself known, with a heady burst of exotic spice and crushed ashen stone giving way to dried black cherries and grilled herbs. This combines the energy of the vintage with the dark balsamic-tinged fruits of Montalcino’s southern reaches, as zesty acidity maintains balance throughout, and flinty minerals saturate toward the close. It finishes long, savory and structured, yet its tannins are more rounded than anticipated, creating both a classic feel, but also leaving a mouthwatering sensation that tricks the taster back to the glass for more. Easily one of the top wines of the vintage, the 2018 is not to be missed.” – Vinous “Lustrous deep ruby. Still quite closed on the nose with only a hint of Moroccan leather. Pure cherry-fruit flavours on the palate and with lots of ripe acidity. Fantastic, compact, gravelly tannins that are a real feat in this vintage. A hedonistic whole that can already be approached but will improve over time. (WS)” – Jancis Robinson “This large and historic property in Montalcino’s southwest draws upon 140 hectares of estate vineyards to deliver a very complete and satisfying Brunello. A smoky introduction leads to leather and tobacco nuances which repeat on the palate. The 2018 is chock full of flavour as cherry and baking spice join in. It feels midweight but there is plenty of stuffing with a vigorous chewiness contributing positively to the gratifying mouthfeel. It will be even better with another year in bottle.” – Decanter “The dense structure sets the pace for this red, with cherry, raspberry, mint and tar flavors that are appealing and expressive. Reveals rose hip, orange peel and earth details as this winds down on the long, expansive aftertaste. Built for the long term. Best from 2026 through 2046.” – Wine Spectator “Kersen, bloemen, oregano, zoethout. Sappige aanzet, zoet fruit, ook zuren en bitters, lang.” – Perswijn “Underbrush, camphor and new leather aromas get together with grilled herbs. Full-bodied and structured, it also shows restraint, featuring dried black cherry, licorice and tobacco alongside firm, fine-grained tannins.” – 95 punten, Wine Enthusiast over de 2017-vintage 95 punten – Falstaff over de 2016-vintage |
