2021 Il Poggione Toscana Rosso
90 Points and a "Best Buy" designation from Wine Enthusiast Magazine: "The nose leads with earthy, umami aromas of balsamic and fresh soil, but fruit notes of cherry and blackberry gradually emerge. The palate runs with the fruit, but that fresh, almost stony earthiness persists to create a cool, bouncy feeling, like a sudden gust of wind. Acid acts as a whetstone for sharp tannins." (9/1/24)
90 Points from Wine Spectator: "A juicy red, with leather and underbrush accents framing smoky cherry, plum and mineral flavors. Well-structured and long, with a solid grip of tannins on the lingering aftertaste. Offers fine intensity. Drink now through 2027. 5,000 cases imported." (10/31/23)
From Vinous: "Sweet cherries, plums, sage and hints of smoke form a savory bouquet as the 2021 Rosso di Toscana slowly unfolds. This is a soft yet juicy effort with pretty red berry fruits and rosy inner florals. It finishes with medium length and is pleasantly chewy, leaving a licorice tinge to linger." (11/2023)
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