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The nose offers aromas of sour cherry, pomegranate, and violet, along with a hint of tobacco and dried herbs—typical of hillside Sangiovese. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with lively acidity and fine-grained tannins that are already pleasing. The finish is spicy and medium-long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Serving temperature: 16–18 °C. 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The Pomona parcel yields more concentrated grapes than the estate wine — hence the separate vinification and bottling as a Cru.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, the wine displays the classic Brunello profile: sour cherry, pomegranate, dried rose, and an undertone of tobacco and leather. \u003cstrong\u003eThirty months of aging in Slovenian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e (larger volume than barriques, therefore less oak influence) provides structure without vanilla dominance. 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After 30 months of barrel aging, this Sangiovese Grosso shows what the hilly landscape south of Siena can produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The Le Macioche winery is located in the heart of Montalcino, one of Italy\u0026#39;s most prestigious red wine appellations. The DOCG regulations are strict: a minimum of two years in oak barrels and a total of five years of aging before release. Le Macioche adheres to these regulations—and the wine visibly benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it shines a rich ruby ​​red. The nose offers dried cherry and plum, along with earthy undertones, a hint of juniper, and white musk. On the palate, it is juicy and well-structured, with silky tannins that leave no harshness. 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The Annata – the \u0026quot;regular\u0026quot; vintage Brunello, as opposed to the Riserva – matures for at least 30 months in Slavonian oak before spending further months in the bottle. Sangiovese Grosso, known here as Brunello, displays its characteristic combination of power and finesse in this vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, a deep ruby ​​red with garnet reflections. The nose offers dried cherry, rose petals, and a hint of lavender, along with earthy notes of tobacco and leather that gain depth with aeration. On the palate, medium to full-bodied, with firm but ripe tannins and lively acidity – a structure built for longevity. The finish is long and spicy with a touch of dark berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bistecca alla Fiorentina, venison ragù, aged pecorino or truffle risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17–18 °C, decant for at least one hour\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDrinking window:\u003c\/strong\u003e now until 2032+, with sufficient cellaring time even beyond that.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Villa Poggio Salvi","offers":[{"title":"2019","offer_id":52810778640720,"sku":"V30833","price":45.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_villa_poggio_salvi__annata_brunello_di_montalcino_docg.webp?v=1773492603"},{"product_id":"rosso-di-montalcino-doc","title":"Rosso di Montalcino DOC","description":"\u003cp\u003eRosso di Montalcino is the younger sibling of Brunello — made from the same Sangiovese grapes grown in the hills around Montalcino, but vinified earlier and ready to drink sooner. Less aging time, but more vibrancy in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Montalcino lies in southern Tuscany at an altitude of around 500 meters. The combination of galestro rock, hot summers, and cool nights gives the Sangiovese Grosso—called Brunello here—its characteristic tension between ripeness and acidity. The Rosso DOC can be released after one year, which makes it more approachable without sacrificing the typical character of the appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it displays a deep ruby ​​red color. The nose opens with aromas of sour cherry, pomegranate, and a hint of dried violet, along with a subtle touch of leather and verbena. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with lively acidity, firm but not harsh tannins, and a finish with a spicy tobacco note.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Serving temperature: 16–18 °C. 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