At a glance

Producer

Tenuta Il Poggione

Region

Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

Grape variety

Sangiovese (100%)

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

USD $20-40 (depending on market, availability and provenance)

Tasting profile

Ripe red cherries, wild berries, hints of spice, earthy notes; softened tannins, integrated acidity

Evolution: Intense primary fruit evolving to dried cherries, leather, underbrush; tannins increasingly supple

At peak: Rich fruit depth with savory complexity, balanced freshness, smooth finish

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high, balanced, providing freshness

Tannins

Medium, integrated, softening with age

Alcohol

13.5-14%

Aging potential

10-12 years from vintage; no further improvement anticipated

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2017 to 2020

Optimal window

2014 to 2021

Current status

Mature, at or near peak; consumption recommended soon

Current condition

Approaching the end of optimal drinking window, still enjoyable but fading freshness may occur

Rosso di Montalcino is intended for earlier drinking relative to Brunello, with accessible fruit and moderate structure. The 2011 vintage, now 13 years old, has reached and passed its ideal drinking window; the wine can still shine but is best enjoyed soon before further decline.

Food pairing

Roast pork, tomato-based pastas, grilled poultry, aged Pecorino, mushroom risotto

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — The wine has aged for 14 years, allowing its tannins to soften and integrate. Decanting will enhance its aromas and flavors, making it more expressive.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Integrated vineyard management; use of cover crops, limited chemical inputs, grass cover in vineyards, active reforestation on estate; some solar energy applied; standard packaging (glass, cork)

Tenuta Il Poggione has improved sustainability over recent decades, focusing on vineyard biodiversity, reduced pesticide intervention, and partial implementation of renewable energy. While not certified organic/biodynamic, the estate exceeds minimum legal standards, supports regional environmental initiatives, and employs partial sustainability in farming and energy. Carbon impact remains moderate due to traditional packaging and global shipping. Overall, sustainability is above average for the region, but not best-in-class.