Tramonto d'Oca Poggio Bonelli 2016

Poggio Bonelli's "Tramonto d'Oca" was born in a historic wine-growing area halfway between Chianti Classico and the Sienese Hills, an area historically known for the production of reds of rare quality. The historic estate has belonged over time to several important Tuscan families, such as the Spennali Family and the Piccolomini Family; in the 21st century, however, it was the Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena group that purchased the estate, entrusting operations to a group of professional farmers who devote body and soul to their work, resulting in unique products. Oenologist Carlo Ferrini coordinates the vineyard and cellar activities entirely, putting his experience and expertise to work to increase the prestige of the business.

The pure Petit Verdot grapes of Poggio Bonelli's "Tramonto d'Oca" are grown in the Castelnuovo di Berardenga area in the province of Siena. The altitude of the vineyards is about 280 meters above sea level with full southern exposure, a condition that guarantees excellent ripeness of the grapes at harvest time. The climate is mainly continental, with hot, sultry summers and cold winters, sometimes subject to sporadic snowfall; the soil is composed of tufa and clay with a good presence of sandy sediment. The harvest is conducted manually, and in the cellar, alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel, followed by maceration on the skins between 18 and 20 days. It is aged 18 months in a barrique and 6 months in a bottle.

Poggio Bonelli's "Tramonto d'Oca" shows the traditional ruby red colour with garnet and bright highlights. On the nose, there are scents of plum jam and red berries with the spicy finish notes of tobacco, chocolate bean and leather; in the mouth, well-marked tannins, although well integrated into the overall structure of the wine. Perfect for drinking with local game and grilled cuts of red meat; also curious with medium and long-aged raw cow's and sheep's milk cheeses. Great to be enjoyed with friends at summer barbecues in country locations, savouring the most authentic Tuscan.