Tenuta Il Poggione - Toscana Brunello di Montalcino 2018 (magnum)
96+/100
Vinous
94/100
Robert Parker
94/100
James Suckling
92/100
Decanter
"A large Tuscan in a user-friendly format!"
Impressive from the first sip, the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino stands out with a captivating explosion of exotic spices and crushed ash stone, giving way to dried black cherries and toasted herbs. This wine combines the energy of the vintage with the dark, balsamic-tinged fruits of the southern reaches of Montalcino, while the piquant acidity maintains balance throughout and flinty minerals come through on the finish. The finish is long, savory, and structured, but the tannins are more rounded than expected, giving an impression of classicism but also leaving a sensation of appetite that entices the taster to return to the glass for more. Easily one of the best wines of the vintage, the 2018 is not to be missed. (Vinous 2022) - Delivery in wooden cases is available for orders of 1 magnum of this wine (depending on the country and shipping method selected).
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Eye
Ruby red color
Nose
Intense notes of red fruit
Mouth
Balanced with silky tannins, long aromatic finish
Serve
At 14-16°C
Drink before
2031+
Food and wine pairings
Ideal with game in sauce, a nice cut of beef, mature cheeses...
Decanter
Wine rated (2022 guide) 92/100
Rated domain Recommended
About wine:
This large historic estate located in the southwest of Montalcino draws on 140 hectares of vineyards to produce a very complete and satisfying Brunello. A smoky note leads to hints of leather and tobacco that are repeated on the palate. The 2018 is full of flavor, with notes of cherry and pastry spices. It seems to be of medium volume, but it is well-structured, with a vigorous chewiness that contributes positively to the pleasant sensation in the mouth. It will be even better with an additional year in the bottle.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2023 guide) 94/100 (Outstanding wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About wine:
The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino Il Poggione reveals a deep and flavorful character, with more fruit and concentration than most of its peers. This wine has a dense core, filled with black cherry, blackberry, toasted spices, mahogany-smoked meat, and plowed earth. Despite its robust aromas, this Sangiovese is actually quite refined and polished in texture. The tannins are supple and lean towards accessibility. This is an ambitious production of 200,000 bottles. The estate's Riserva Vigna Paganelli was not produced in 2018, so the fruit from that wine was used here.
Wine Enthusiast
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Vinous
Wine rated (2022 guide) 96+/100
About wine:
Impressive from the first sip, the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino stands out with a captivating explosion of exotic spices and crushed ash stone, giving way to dried black cherries and toasted herbs. This wine combines the energy of the vintage with the dark, balsamic-tinged fruits of the southern reaches of Montalcino, while the piquant acidity maintains balance throughout and flinty minerals come through on the finish. The finish is long, savory, and structured, but the tannins are more rounded than expected, giving an impression of classicism but also leaving a sensation of appetite that entices the taster to return to the glass for more. Easily one of the best wines of the vintage, the 2018 is not to be missed.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2022 guide) 94/100
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended
About wine:
This is a flavorful, layered Brunello with aromas of fresh, tart cherries, plums, bay leaves, rosemary, and olives. Clove and licorice are also present. It is medium-bodied to full-bodied, with firm, fine tannins. It is elegant and well-balanced, with a long, deliciously savory finish. Drink from 2023 onwards.
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