Description
History
The Poggio Torselli estate, on the Chianti hills, has roots in the Florentine Renaissance. Mentioned in 1427, it passed between rich Tuscan families, from the Angiolini to the Antinori. Overlooking Florence and Brunelleschi’s Dome, the estate is a landscape jewel of vineyards and olive groves. After conservative restorations from 1999 to 2005, in 2002 the Villa, the Italian Garden and the park returned to their ancient splendor. In 2003, the new winery was completed for the revival of wine production. Today the property belongs to the Cusano family, an Italian-Canadian family who started an innovation project focusing everything on wine quality thanks also to the oenological consultancy of Carlo Ferrini.
Grapes used
Sangiovese 100%
Production method
The careful harvest by hand between September and October is followed by a 15-day spontaneous fermentation in concrete vats. After the delicate pressing process, the wine ages for 3 months in steel vats and 1 month in the bottle.
Alcohol content
12.5%
Tasting notes
Brilliant and slightly pale ruby red colour, the nose is dominated by notes of fresh red fruit and crunchy cherry and an elegant minerality. In the mouth it is silky and always with this note of live fruit, the tannins are well balanced and the sip is rather persistent.
Possible combinations
Excellent with first courses or fresh cheeses and cured meats. It also lends itself to being cooled in summer and consumed a little cooler.