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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 'Poggio di Sotto' 2018 (750 ml.) ColleMassari
The Brunello di Montalcino 'Poggio di Sotto' from ColleMassari has always been considered one of the great classics of the denomination. The production area is that of Castelnuovo dell’Abate, in the valley of the Orcia River. The grapes are hand-picked, and in the winery, everything is done in the most traditional way. Aging takes place in oak barrels for 40 months and in bottle for 12 months. Complex and elegant, it requires time to discover all its facets. A varied bouquet ranging from red fruits to autumn hints of spices and candied fruit. A fresh and mineral note balances the wine's austerity with well-balanced tannins and an elegant, delicate finish. A unique expression of Brunello di Montalcino.
- Product Category
- Red Wine
- Denomination
- Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
- Philosophy
- Biodynamic, Organic
- Grape variety / Raw material
- sangiovese
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2018
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- Tuscany
- Alcohol Content
- 14% vol.
- Operating Temperature
- 18° - 20° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Very wide tulip-shaped chalice
- Special Features
- Independent Winemakers
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Roast Meats, Aged Cheeses, Game (in the context of hunting), Red Meats
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, due to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
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ColleMassari
Immersed in the heart of Maremma, the winery ColleMassari is a gem nestled among the gentle Tuscan hills, where winemaking tradition and respect for nature harmoniously blend. This corner of Tuscany, known for its wild and unspoiled beauty, is home to great wines that tell the story of a unique land. The ColleMassari estate, with its organic approach, represents a beacon of excellence and sustainability, where each label is a tribute to the territory and artisanal care.
The vineyards, kissed by the sun and caressed by the sea breeze, host native varieties such as Sangiovese and Ciliegiolo, which find their most authentic expression in these soils. Here, among orderly rows and green hills, the Montecucco Rosso Riserva is born, the pride of ColleMassari's production. This wine, with its complex structure and enveloping aromas of red fruits and spices, embodies the essence of Maremma and the passion with which it is produced.
Discover on Vino45 the wines crafted by ColleMassari, an invitation to explore the authentic flavor of Tuscany and be enchanted by the beauty of a territory that captivates and inspires.
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Località Poggi del Sasso - 58044 Cinigiano (GR), Italy
Color: garnet red
Aroma: varied, ranging from red fruits to autumn hints of spices and candied fruit
Taste: complex and elegant, the fresh and mineral note balances the wine's austerity. Well-balanced tannins and an elegant and delicate finish.
- Robert Parker 97/100
- Vinous 95/100
- James Suckling 94/100
- Decanter 94/100
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THE FAMILY
The brothers Maria Iris and Claudio Tipa, who have always shared a passion for nature and great wines, have realized their dream by creating a "Domaine" in Tuscany. The present day" ColleMassari It includes three estates: since 1998 the Castle of ColleMassari, since 2002 the Podere Grattamacco and since 2011 the Farm Poggio of Below.
THE ESTATES
The agronomic management of the company follows the criteria of guaranteed and certified organic cultivation by ICEA.
Castle ColleMassari
It was founded in 1998 and is included in the DOCG Montecucco in Alta Maremma, between the DOCG of Brunello di Montalcino and Morellino di Scansano, enjoying ideal conditions for the cultivation of Sangiovese. The first vintage produced is from 2000.
The estate Castle ColleMassari It is located at the foot of Mount Amiata, facing the Tyrrhenian coast at 320 meters. s.l.m. enjoying a microclimate favored by strong ventilation and large temperature variations.
The company covers an area of 1200 hectares, of which 110 are vineyards, 60 are olive groves, 400 hectares are arable land, and the remaining part consists of woods. Additionally, the estate is surrounded by public woods covering approximately 1200 hectares.
The sloping hillside vineyards with average slopes of 15% are trained to spur cordon and double Guyot with an average yield of 60 quintals per hectare. During the harvest, great care is taken in the selection of the grapes, which are first selected on a vibrating sorting table and then placed on a second sorting table with a conveyor belt for further manual selection of the berries.
Grattamacco
It was born in the late 1970s and is included in the DOC Bolgheri quickly captures the market's interest as this new cradle of Cabernet Sauvignon in Italy. The first vintage produced is from 1982, the result of a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon with Sangiovese and Merlot.
Grattamacco It was born in 1977, located on the top of a hill overlooking the sea between Castagneto Carducci and Bolgheri, 100 meters away. s.l.m., in an area particularly suited for the production of great red wines.
Its location allows it to enjoy a dry, mild climate, with significant temperature variations, especially at the end of summer.
The company covers an area of 50 hectares, of which 25 are planted with vineyards and 5 with olive groves.
The remaining area is covered by forests, bordering a vast wooded area of about 1600 hectares.
The sloping hill vineyards with average slopes of 8% are trained to spurred cordon, Guyot, and bush vine systems, with an average yield of 60-70 quintals per hectare. The average age of the vines is about 25 years.
Poggio under
It was founded in 1989 and is universally regarded as one of the true classics of Brunello di Montalcino. DOCG. It is certainly one of the most famous and critically acclaimed companies in Italian and foreign wine, not only for the Brunello but also for its Rosso di Montalcino. DOC. The first thousand produced is from 1991.
The Farm Poggio Di Sotto was founded in 1989 on the southeast slope of the Montalcino hill, which has always been considered one of the best areas for the production of Sangiovese.
The company covers an area of 44 hectares, of which 16 are planted with vineyards, all registered in the Brunello di Montalcino register, while the remaining area consists of olive groves (1,400 trees) and woodland.
The vineyards stretch along a slope that gradually rises from 200 meters to 400 meters.
Protected by Monte Amiata on one side and open to sea breezes on the other, caressed by the banks of the Orcia River, the property enjoys a unique microclimate benefiting from significant temperature variations even in the height of summer.
The sloping hilly lands, with an average incline of 10%, are all cultivated with a spurred cordon system, yielding 30-35 quintals per hectare due to a very strict selection of the grapes.
During the maturation phase, only the best bunches are left on the plant. An additional selection in the vineyard takes place at the time of harvest.