Il Poggione
Brunello di Montalcino 2015
Italy
About the SessionItaly dominates the auction, led by a considerable depth of Tuscan greats. Fontodi spans the full range of the estate from the benchmark Chianti Classico through multiple vintages of Flaccianello della Pieve, their iconic Sangiovese IGT, to the crown jewel Vigna del Sorbo Chianti Classico Gran Selezione. The jewel in the crown of Tuscan reds, Brunello di Montalcino is well represented with offerings from Il Poggione, Casanova di Neri, Silvio Nardi, and the rare Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta. A group of curated Italian Collections rounds out the Italian session, offering mixed selections ideal for those seeking range across multiple producers in a single lot.
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“Maturing, concentrated ruby with bricky rim. Compact, youthful yet concentrated on the nose with nutty notes. I would decant this. Polished juicy cherry and raspberry fruit. Long and almost a little mouth-watering. Clearly evolving and now at its peak, the palate is lush yet cool and with finely ground tannins that steal the show.” - Walter Speller, JancisRobinson.com, 17+/20 (Jul 2025)
“The Il Poggione 2015 Brunello di Montalcino shows a darker and more concentrated appearance than many of its peers. The wine is beautifully abundant and fragrant in the most exuberant and expressive manner. You will recognize aromas of moist soil, tobacco and smoke. Candied cherry hovers over the entire bouquet. Fruit is sourced from older vines (all over 25 years old). Il Poggione occupies a special spot within the Montalcino appellation, and the area always produces slightly more concentrated and powerful wines. I find that to be particularly true in this gorgeous 2015 vintage.” - Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 97/100 (Jan 2020)
“Wild herb and Mediterranean macchia notes mark this expressive red. Though well-endowed with tannins, this is on the sleek side, showing vibrant acidity. Cherry, strawberry, floral and tobacco flavors join the party as this cruises to a long finish.” - Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator, 95/100 (Jun 2020)
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