{"title":"Poggio Scalette","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePoggio Scalette: characterful wines from the Alta Valle della Greve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePoggio Scalette\u003c\/strong\u003e collection brings together Tuscan labels that accurately and personally interpret the territory of the Alta Valle della Greve. Here, Sangiovese finds an authentic, deep, and recognizable expression, accompanied by wines that combine production rigor, sensitivity to the vineyard, and a contemporary reading of tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis selection is designed for those seeking elegant, complex, and territorial red wines, capable of telling the story of Chianti Classico and its most distinctive nuances through bottles with a strong enological profile. Each label from Poggio Scalette is born from a precise vision: to enhance the character of the soil, the identity of the vineyards, and the evolutionary potential of the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA Tuscan winery focused on Sangiovese\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong the highlights of the collection are \u003cstrong\u003eCarbonaione 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePiantonaia 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePiantonaia 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eCapogatto 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e. The presence of different vintages allows one to grasp the stylistic depth of the winery and to navigate between fresher interpretations and more mature versions, always consistent with Poggio Scalette's vocation for structured and balanced red wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCarbonaione\u003c\/strong\u003e represents one of the most well-known wines of the winery, an expression of ancient Sangiovese vineyards and an intense reading of the territory. \u003cstrong\u003ePiantonaia\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCapogatto\u003c\/strong\u003e complete the offering with labels that enhance complexity, finesse, and tasting depth, making the collection interesting for both high-level daily purchases and the search for bottles for tasting and aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose Poggio Scalette wines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe strength of Poggio Scalette lies in its ability to combine respect for the territory, agronomic care, and a production oriented towards quality. The result is recognizable, long-lived, and versatile wines at the table, ideal for those who wish to discover a less obvious but highly enological Tuscany.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e elegant, deep, and territorial Tuscan reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alta Valle della Greve, in the heart of Tuscany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey grape variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sangiovese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabels in the collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbonaione, Piantonaia, Capogatto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wines in this selection are well-suited to flavorful and structured dishes, such as red meats, roasts, game, and traditional Tuscan preparations. The more evolved versions, such as \u003cstrong\u003ePiantonaia 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e, can also accompany moments of meditative tasting, while the more recent vintages offer great versatility with rich and flavorful cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for a collection that combines identity, elegance, and depth, \u003cstrong\u003ePoggio Scalette\u003c\/strong\u003e is an ideal choice for exploring Tuscan wines with strong personality and great stylistic coherence. 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It is a wine that combines territorial identity and personal style, with an intense aromatic profile and a soft, enveloping, and deep palate. Its structure is built with precision, while aging in new French oak barrels helps define the character and complexity of the sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine comes from the \u003cstrong\u003ePiantonaia\u003c\/strong\u003e vineyard, located in Ruffoli, in the municipality of Greve in Chianti, about 430 meters above sea level. The hilly position, the west-southwest exposure, and the sandy-loamy soil, very rich in skeleton, help give the wine tension, definition, and balanced maturity. In this context, the Merlot expresses an elegant face, with ripe fruit and a full but not heavy taste structure. 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