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Chianti Classico

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Gran Selezione

The hallowed hillock of the aptly named Il Poggio sits on a rare foundation of limestone-rich sandstone called Pietraforte, which is said to confer both finesse and structure. The 2021 has both in spades. From a smoky veil of incense, a parade of fennel, camomile and jasmine emerges. Suppleness of fruit is met with firmness of tannins for a taut package. Red currants, rosehip tea and crushed gravel fill the mouth. The resolutely steely backbone pledges longevity. Texturally complex and intricate with a long mineral finish, this is simply superb.

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Castello di Monsanto, Vigna Poggio, Chianti Classico, Gran Selezione San Donato in Poggio, Tuscany, Italy, 2021

The hallowed hillock of the aptly named Il Poggio sits on a rare foundation of limestone-rich sandstone called Pietraforte, whic

Castello di Monsanto, Vigna Poggio, Chianti Classico, Gran

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