Sondraia Bolgheri Superiore DOC - Poggio al Tesoro - 2019

75 cl

Robert Parker: 95 points

Alcohol content: 15% vol.

Grape varieties: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc

Vinifiaktion:

The grapes are destemmed and gently pressed to partially break up the berries. VINIFICATION In temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Natural fermentation in barriques. MATURATION 22 months in 225 litre French oak barriques (70% new, 30% second use)

Tasting note:

This production of 45,000 bottles is expected to be released in early 2023. The Poggio al Tesoro 2019 Bolgheri Superiore Sondraia (a blend of 65 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 25 % Merlot and 10 % Cabernet Franc) makes excellent use of oak ageing, resulting in soft tannins, lush richness and attractive concentration. The wine is very well made overall, with plenty of black fruit balanced by spice and tobacco. Its important structure suggests a long ageing period.

Poggio al Tesoro:

The vineyards of Poggio al Tesoro are located in four different areas: Via Bolgherese, Chiesina di San Giuseppe, Le Sondraie and Valle di Cerbaia, each of which is characterised by significant pedoclimatic differences. The soil types, location and exposure, combined with the choice of grape varieties cultivated, result in grapes with different characteristics and strong personalities.

Planting of the vineyards began in 2003 and new plots are still being added every year. Some of the most important vineyards in the Bolgheri region are located along the Strada Bolgherese, surrounded by majestic oaks and centuries-old olive trees. This part of the appellation is known locally as Soprastrada and is considered the area from which the best wines come, characterised by the greatest complexity and elegance in terms of quality.