Winemaker Notes
The parcel of the Poggio Ferro vineyard, has a South exposure with an altitude between 322 to 345 meters above sea level. This parcel was selected after a careful microzonal study among the 55 hectares of vineyards out of over 600 owned by the Castello di Montepò estate. It consists in a particular unicum, expression of the great uniqueness and potential of this exclusive clone of the Biondi Santi family, the BBS11.
Legendary in Italy for its Renaissance art and striking landscape, Tuscany is also home to many of the country’s best red wines. Sangiovese reigns supreme here, as either the single varietal, or a dominant player, in almost all of Tuscany’s best.
A remarkable Chianti, named for its region of origin, will have a bright acidity, supple tannins and plenty of cherry fruit character. From the hills and valleys surrounding the medieval village of Montalcino, come the distinguished and age-worthy wines based on Brunello (Sangiovese). Earning global acclaim since the 1970s, the Tuscan Blends are composed solely of international grape varieties or a mix of international and Sangiovese. The wine called Vine Nobile di Montepulciano, composed of Prognolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and is recognized both for finesse and power.