Castello di Monsanto Chianti Classico Riserva Il Poggio 2019 750ml Case of 6

Name: Castello di Monsanto Chianti Classico Riserva Il Poggio 2019 750ml
Brand: Castello Di Monsanto
SKU: 940248
Price: 145.78 USD
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Rating: 95.7 (7 reviews)

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The Castello di Monsanto 2019 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto Il Poggio (with the San Donato in Poggio location listed on the front label) offers a twofold approach with plenty of fresh cherry fruit and blueberry on the one hand, countered by light age and spice from balanced winemaking on the other. There are subtle hints of clove and toasted spice on the mid-weight close.

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Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Appellation: Chianti Classico

Size: 750ml
Color: Red

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Varietal Sangiovese

The name of this grape, meaning 'blood of Jove' conjures up evocative images of long dead civilizations, and gives the Sangiovese varietal a sense of the holy, the sacred, the special. Indeed, this particular type of Italian grape has been cultivated and processed for thousands of years, and is said to be the original favorite grape varietal of the Romans, and the Etruscans before them. Throughout history, vintners have continued to plant this varietal, and they continue to produce wonderful wines to this day. The long bunches of very dark, round fruit are treasured by fine wineries in Italy and a few other places around the world, and when young, these grapes are lively â€“ full of strawberry flavors and a little spiciness. However, it is when they are aged in oak that they take on some truly special flavors and aromas, as seen in some of the finest wines of the Old World.

Country Italy

There are few countries in the world with a viticultural history as long or as illustrious as that claimed by Italy. Grapes were first being grown and cultivated on Italian soil several thousand years ago by the Greeks and the Pheonicians, who named Italy 'Oenotria' – the land of wines – so impressed were they with the climate and the suitability of the soil for wine production. Of course, it was the rise of the Roman Empire which had the most lasting influence on wine production in Italy, and their influence can still be felt today, as much of the riches of the empire came about through their enthusiasm for producing wines and exporting it to neighbouring countries. Since those times, a vast amount of Italian land has remained primarily for vine cultivation, and thousands of wineries can be found throughout the entire length and breadth of this beautiful country, drenched in Mediterranean sunshine and benefiting from the excellent fertile soils found there. Italy remains very much a 'land of wines', and one could not imagine this country, its landscape and culture, without it.

Region Tuscany

The central Italian region of Tuscany is widely understood to be one of the world's most famous and highly regarded wine regions. The beautiful rolling hillsides and medieval towns and castles which are a key feature of the area are also home to many of Europe's finest wineries, and extremely high quality vineyards growing the distinctive Sangiovese and Vernaccia grape varietals which are the flavorful backbone of Tuscany's wonderful red and white wines. For almost three thousand years, this region has been recognized as an ideal home for wine production on a large scale, and the ancient Etruscans, Greeks and Romans all noticed that fine grape varietals flourished on the unique soils and under the hot sunshine which typifies the area. Today, Tuscany is home to a wide range of wines, from the traditional to the complex, but all dedicated to excellent flavors and aromas, and maintaining the region's international reputation.

Appellation Chianti Classico

Chianti Classico stands out for its rich history, exceptional terroir, and distinctive winemaking traditions. Centered around the Sangiovese grape, these wines are renowned for their vibrant acidity, lively cherry and floral notes, and a signature earthy character. What sets it apart is the stringent production regulations, requiring a minimum of 80% Sangiovese, ensuring a regional identity. The iconic black rooster on the label symbolizes the commitment to quality, distinguishing Chianti Classico from other Chianti subzones. The wines undergo a minimum aging period of 12 months, with some oak aging, resulting in a harmonious balance between fruit expression and nuanced complexity. This meticulous approach highlights the region’s dedication to preserving authenticity and showcasing the unique characteristics of its terroir.

Ratings & Reviews

WA 96pts

Wine Advocate

WS 96pts

Wine Spectator

Earth and wild herb aromas segue to cherry, strawberry and pomegranate flavors in this muscular version. Tar, earth, iron and sanguine elements chime in, adding depth as well as a toughness that will require some years to refine. The core of ripe fruit reveals this red's future promise. Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Colorino. Best from 2027 through 2045. 833 cases made, 400 cases imported.

JS 96pts

James Suckling

A very succulent wine with raspberry, cherry, cranberry, orange peel and floral aromas and flavors. It’s medium-bodied with firm, velvety tannins that run the length of the wine and a clean finish. Drinkable now, but will improve with age.

DC 96pts

Decanter

Il Poggio has grown beyond its original two hectares planted in 1962 and now extends over 5.2ha – but its DNA remains the same. A smidgin of Canaiolo Nero is interplanted with 40-year-old Sangiovese, and the two are co-fermented, while the Colorino is picked and vinified separately. A beautiful showing in 2019, this emerges steadily from the glass with flinty minerals and white pepper first, then arbutus bush and cherry followed by orange and hyacinth. It is elegantly weighted with a generosity of tangy cranberry and ripe strawberry seeping across the palate in a steady textural flow. Stony tannins and steely acidity lend tension. Tarragon lingers.

JD 96pts

Jeb Dunnuck

Saturated red with a tinge of orange, the 2019 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto Il Poggio is stunning. Layered and complex, it unfolds to notes of high-quality leather, kirsch, fresh sage, rosewater, and sweet cedar. Medium to full-bodied, it’s highly refined in its texture, with supple, velvety tannins, seamless, fresh acidity, and a such a graceful finish that’s hard to decipher an ending as it slowly floats away. A stunning wine that reveals its more noble structure underneath, this wine is going to continue to improve if appropriately cellared over the coming 20 years or more. Drink 2026-2050.

VM 95pts

Vinous Media

The 2019 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna il Poggio is a powerful, tightly coiled wine that is going to need a number of years to be at its best. I would not dream of touching a bottle anytime soon. Crushed flowers, herbs, mint, orange peel and spice are suggestive of a savory, vibrant Il Poggio built for the cellar. Today, the 2019 is deceptive, but there is a lot of wine here. It’s a super-classic expression.

WE 95pts

Wine Enthusiast

Chianti Classico has worked intensely over the last decade to improve quality across the board, creating distinctions to help consumers understand the gorgeous nuances of their territory, and the Gran Selezione category has become perhaps the most exciting Sangiovese experience available now. Castello di Monsanto has been my point of reference for Chianti since before these changes, but the 2019 Gran Selezione from the Il Poggio vineyard is nothing short of a revelation. It marks a turning point. I can't wait to drink more.

Winery Notes

Depending on the vintage, this wine may be labelled as 'Riserva' or 'Gran Selezione'. The company’s most iconic bottle, Il Poggio, is the first Chianti Classico to feature the name of the specific vineyard and saw the disappearance of white grapes from the recipe in 1968.

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Castello di Monsanto Chianti Classico Riserva Il Poggio 2019 750ml Case of 6

Winery Castello Di Monsanto

Varietal Sangiovese

Country Italy

Region Tuscany

Appellation Chianti Classico

Wine Advocate

Wine Spectator

James Suckling

Decanter

Jeb Dunnuck

Vinous Media

Wine Enthusiast

Winery Notes

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