“POGGIO FALCONE” ROSSO DI TOSCANA I.G.T.
Poggio Falcone is the top (cru) of our fine and the name is taken tram our most exposed vineyard. The blend consists mainly of Sangiovese grapes, and complemented with international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, all carefully selected at harvest time. lt is matured in small oak casks and finishes its maturation in the bottle. Enveloping wine with a great persistence, but at the same time balanced thanks to an important structure and alcohol content which lends itself to a long aging.
MIXED VARIETIES: A blend of Sangiovese, with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and any other complementary varieties in small varying percentage depending on the year.
VINEYARDS LOCATION: Midsized hill 150-200 mt above sea level
SOIL: Medium textured with layers of loam, volcanic tuff and clay.
TRAINING SYSTEM: Simple Guyot
DENSITY OF PLANTING:
4.700 vines per hectare in new plantings
3.000 vines per hectare in old plantings
MICROCLIMATE:
Optimum microclimate conditions with significant differences in temperature between day and night, ideal for the development and maintenance of coloring and aromatic substances.
WINE PRODUCTION: Not over than 50 hl/ha
HARVEST: By hand with bunches of grapes selected on the basis of ripeness. Single varieties are harvested separately.
WINE-MAKING AND MATURATION: Fermentation occurs under controlled temperature in stainless steel vats, with frequent pumping over and déléstage (rack and return). Long maceration of the must with the grape’s seeds and peels to optimize the extraction. The subsequent ageing in French oak casks (barriques and tonneaux) for at least 24 months precedes bottling, which is followed by further maturation in the bottle for a few months before going out in the market.
TASTING NOTES: An intense ruby red colour, with garnet reflections, Poggio Falcone stands out on the nose for its complexity and elegance, characterized by ripe black fruits, which are joined by hints of tobacco, coffee, sweet spices and balsamic notes. On the palate it is harmonious, lively, with excellent structure, balanced by vibrant acidity and soft, silky tannins that give an elegant finish with great persistence. A wine that can be enjoyed for many years to come.
SERVING TEMPERATURE: 18-20°C
FOOD PAIRING:
Mushroom soups and first courses with meat sauces, grilled meat and mature cheeses. It is ideal with roasts, braised meats and wild game.
