ROSSO DI TOSCANA I.G.T. “POGGIO FALCONE”
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 minimum of 600/o 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: Spurred Cordon, 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:Maximum of 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 (27° C) in medium sized (120 HL) stainless steel vats, with frequent pumping aver and déléstage (rack and return). Long maceration (18-20 days). Aging in small wooden casks (barriques and tonneaux) for a minimum of 8 months.
Maturation in the bottle for at least 1 O months. The wine is marketed approximately 18-20 months after the harvest.
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.
