2015 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione "Il Poggio"

The 2015 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto Il Poggio is just starting to enter an early plateau of maturity. Spice, worn-in leather, menthol, tobacco and scorched earth lend nuance to an Il Poggio that balances finesse and power. This is a terrific showing. I would give the tannins a few years to soften. There is certainly plenty to look forward to.

- Antonio Galloni (06/2022)

Lots of ripe fruit with plum, berry, chocolate and walnut character. Such pretty, creamy tannins. It’s full-bodied and intense with gorgeous fruit and a flavorful finish. Very serious and finely crafted. Che bello! Drink after 2022. (10/2020)

Balsamic aromas and flavors of juniper, rosemary, sage and loamy earth give way to plum, cherry and iron notes in this dry, powerful red. Burly tannins complete the package. The lasting impression is of ripe fruit, showing some heat in the balance. This screams terroir and needs time to find equilibrium. Best from 2023 through 2045. 833 cases made, 200 cases imported.

- J.M.