Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino 2019

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.

Na de oogst volgt een schilweking van 15-20 dagen om kleur, smaak en tannines te onttrekken. Daarna worden de druiven op gecontroleerde temperatuur vergist in RVS. Na de vergisting rijpt de wijn 30-36 maanden in grote foeders van Frans eikenhout van 33 tot 52 hl. Daarna rijpt de wijn nog zo'n 12 maanden in de fles, voordat deze op de markt wordt gebracht.

Robijnrood van kleur. Kersen, pruimen, cederhout en leer. Krachtige, complexe wijn met een grote concentratie aan donker fruit, tonen van kruiden en chocolade. Fluweelzachte tannines en een lange afdronk.

"The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino pulls the taster close to the glass with its dark and earthy blend of crushed ashen stones, giving way to rosemary, cedar, exotic spice and a core of raspberry preserves. Enveloping and serene, this flows across the palate like pure silk, steadily building in tension as tart wild berries and orange hints give way to a sweet herbal thrust. The 2019 finishes with tremendous length and is classically structured, as crunchy tannins resonate and violet inner florals slowly fade over a tactile coating of minerality. Il Poggione has captured the radiance of the vintage, yet this is just a baby today." - Vinous 96/100

"The Il Poggione 2019 Brunello di Montalcino shows an evolved bouquet with aromas of dried fruit, forest floor, crushed flower and autumnal leaf. On a second nose, you get dark licorice, wet slate, cola and grilled rosemary. The tannins are powdery and dry. I recommend a medium-term drinking window as a result. You do feel the powerful 15% alcohol content in this ample 200,000-bottle release." - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 94/100

"Lots of dried fruit, such as figs and dried cherries, followed by tree bark, rosemary and a hint of sandalwood. Full-bodied, creamy palate with a solid tannin texture. Wonderful length. Dense and opulent. Better after 2029." - James Suckling 92/100

"Dark, youthful ruby. Very closed and brooding with only hints of perfumed raspberry, tea leaves and oak. Generous and composed at the same time on the palate. A layer of suave cherry and raspberry fruit lined with quite powerful tannins that demand more time. Carries its 15% with ease. Closes up on the finish and in need of more time. (WS)" - Jancis Robinson 17,50/20

"The 2019 is a vintage of balance, somewhere between 2016, 2013 and 2010. Sant'Angelo in Colle, which suffers in warmer vintages, performed very well and Il Poggione is a great example of the harmony of the area's wines in this vintage. Fruity at first sniff, it becomes more restrained later, with black cherry, violet, leather, graphite vibrancy and its typical nutty finish. The chalky tannins are extracted but velvety, underlined by an almost zesty acidity." - Decanter 94/100

"Features ample plum, cherry, iron, tobacco and underbrush flavors buoyed by a plump texture to match the dense structure, plus vibrant acidity to keep it all focused. Another year of aging should allow the finish to stretch out and this wine to reach its full potential. Best from 2026 through 2042. Tasted twice, with consistent notes." - Wine Spectator 94/100