At a glance

Producer

Poggio di Sotto

Region

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany, Italy

Grape variety

Sangiovese (100%)

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

Approximately US$180–300 per 750 ml bottle, varying by market, provenance, and condition

Tasting profile

Likely red cherry, sour cherry, and wild berries, with floral notes, herbs, earth, and savory spice; youthful tannin may dominate initially.

Evolution: With age, fruit should become more integrated and develop dried cherry, tea, tobacco, leather, and forest-floor notes while retaining freshness.

At peak: At maturity, expect layered savory and floral complexity, graceful red fruit, persistent acidity, and long, polished tannins.

Structure

Acidity

High and freshness-preserving

Tannins

High, refined, and persistent

Alcohol

Approximately 14%; exact bottling figure may vary

Aging potential

Excellent; a top Brunello from a strong vintage with the structure and acidity to develop over decades.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2053

Optimal window

2026 to 2056

Current status

Young and structured; approachable with air, but still developing.

Current condition

At around ten years from vintage, expect firm, finely grained tannins and primary fruit alongside emerging savory complexity. Well-stored bottles should have substantial development ahead.

The 2016 vintage is widely regarded as excellent in Montalcino, and Poggio di Sotto is a highly regarded, age-worthy producer. The wine's Sangiovese acidity and tannic structure support a long horizon; the suggested peak is a practical estimate, not a claim that the wine will decline immediately afterward.

Food pairing

Pair with bistecca alla Fiorentina, roast lamb, wild boar ragù, porcini dishes, or aged Pecorino. Favor savory, protein-rich dishes that soften the tannins.

Serving

Serving temperature

16–18°C / 61–64°F

Decant

Yes (1–2 hours, tasting periodically) — Aeration can open the youthful aromatics and soften firm tannins; avoid excessive decanting if the bottle seems delicate or already evolved.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Organic certification indicates regulated organic vineyard practices. Specific details on winery energy sourcing, water conservation, packaging choices, and other environmental programs are not verified, so no claims are made about them.

The verified organic certification supports a strong vineyard-sustainability assessment. The score is not higher because detailed, independently verified information on winery operations, water and energy use, packaging, and logistics is unavailable.