Castello Banfi : Poggio all'Oro Riserva 2013

The complexity and richness of a Tuscan red wine from Castello Banfi

The estate

A family-run estate, Castello Banfi has become a benchmark among Tuscan wines over the years. Renowned for its great Italian wines, the Banfi family pays meticulous attention to its vineyards, as demonstrated by the research carried out since 1982 on the cloning of the Sangiovese grape variety in order to produce exceptional wines.

The vineyard

Castello Banfi's Poggio all'Oro Riserva is a Tuscan wine made from vineyards planted on soils composed of brown silty clay sediments and limestone stones and pebbles that ensure optimum drainage. It has been produced since 1985 only in great vintages.

Winemaking and ageing

Vinification for 12 to 14 days in temperature-controlled stainless steel and wooden vats. This Brunello Montalcino wine is aged for 30 months in barrels, before further ageing in the bottle for 12 to 18 months.

Grape variety

Sangiovese (100%)

Characteristics and tasting tips for Poggio all'Oro Riserva 2013 from Castello Banfi 

Tasting

Colour
The colour is an intense ruby red with garnet highlights.

Nose
Intense and enveloping, the nose releases fruity, spicy, chocolate and tobacco fragrances.

Palate
The palate has a lovely structure, unveiling a velvety character mingled with pronouned tannins.

Food and wine pairing

This Italian wine pairs perfectly with red meats, game or mature cheeses.