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Buy OnlineA complex and complete Brunello from one of the biggest names in the region. The Poggione is a classic expression of Sangiovese from Montalcino — beautiful richness brings nothing clunky, just the deep unfolding of a lush and layered complexity in red fruit, salty-savoury and floral nuances, along with fine structure. A classic.
95/100 Eric Guido, Vinous (2020 Vintage)
"The 2020 Brunello di Montalcino is explosive, bright and punchy at first, evolving from cranberry to cherry with dusty sage, spiced blood orange and Tuscan dust. The is pure elegance, texturally deep and nearly velvety in feel with a core of tart wild berries that add contrast as a balsamic tinge emerges along with fine-grained tannins toward the close. It finishes long, structured and staining, leaving a flinty sensation and primary core of fruit that drenches the palate as violet inner florals and hints of lavender abound. The 2020 is seamless from start to finish and, while more approachable than a typical vintage of Il Poggione, is balanced for an extended maturation."
94/100 Monica Larner, Robert Parker.com, Wine Advocate, November 2024 (2020 Vintage)
"Showing very nice results, with greater accessibility in this vintage, the Il Poggione 2020 Brunello di Montalcino has dark fruit aromas with blackcurrant followed by something spicy or herbal. I am reminded of licorice root, exotic spice, pressed rose and fragrant tea leaf. It finishes smoothly with silky tannins and an open-knit approach. This vintage is almost ready to drink, and you get elegant complexity at the same time. It sees three years in oak botti. Fruit is sourced across vineyards with 25-year-old-plus vines. This is an ample production of 200,000 bottles."
94/100 Michaela Morris, Decanter, November 2024 (2020 Vintage)
"Stretching southward from Sant’Angelo in Colle, Il Poggione’s 140 hectares of vineyards rise from 120m to 430m above sea level. Vines with a minimum 25 years of age are singled out for the Brunello. A sun-soaked nose of macerated cherry and nutmeg is offset by porcini and leather. This has all the generosity and lushness of the south, with dusty tannins folded in to give shape. Dense red fruit is punctuated by sweet, dried herbs and the finish offers a saline twist. There is a lot of wine here, but it is impeccably balanced."
94/100 Jeb Dunnuck (2020 Vintage)
"A saturated red colour, the 2020 Brunello Di Montalcino is pretty and inviting with aromas of baked cherries, toasted spices, cedar, dark cocoa, and rosemary. Full-bodied, it retains an even spine of acidity, plush tannins, and a savoury and sanguine, mouthwatering finish. Hints of iron-rich earth frame the wine beautifully, and it's a generous wine with a lot to enjoy over the coming 10-12 years."
17/20 Walter Speller, JancisRobinson.com, October 2024 (2020 Vintage)
"Mid ruby. Brooding, peppery fruit with leafy, herbal notes. Lush yet a little subdued and with plenty of acidity on the finish, indicating it needs more time. Long and shyly fragrant and well balanced. "
