Poggio Al Vento Riserva 2013

Fermentation at controlled temperature of 28°C. in stainless steel tanks of 50 and 60 hl. The different areas of the vineyard were kept separate. During the maceration, that lasted 20-25 days, daily pump-over and long “delestages” were carried out. Malolactic fermentation took place in concrete. 3 years of aging in Slavonian and Allier oak barrels of 25 and 75 hl. followed by about 3 years of further aging in bottle before release.

In the heart of the estate, half way up the hill that overlooks the Orcia River, on a ridge gently sloping towards the South you can find the Poggio al Vento vineyard. The name literally means “windy hill” and this aspect in conjunction with the very unique soil composition of the area produce the exceptional Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento.

95 Points Vinous - Coy at first, brooding, with dark dusty florals, exotic spices and a hint of brown sugar; yet time in the glass allows it to blossom and show its inner beauty, as wave after wave of crushed strawberry, cherry and sweet violets lifts from the glass. So silky and refined, as it seems to hover weightlessly, while saline minerals and youthful tannins begin to saturate all that they touch. Simply stunning.