About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
The fruit comes from the 10 ha Poggio Valente vineyard at Pereta, in Magliano in Toscana, 350 m above sea level. Its steeply sloping terrain has a sand-rich surface layer over sandstone-derived rock mixed with clay. The southwest-facing vines were planted between 1996 and 2005 at a density of 4,500 vines per hectare and are trained as spur-pruned cordons. Yield is 70 quintals per hectare (7 t/ha), and harvest takes place in the second half of September.
Grapes
Blend proportions vary by vintage. Latest published vintage (2023): 100% Sangiovese.
Vinification
Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 26°C. Maceration lasts 30–35 days.
Ageing
The 2023 vintage matures for 15 months: 30% in large 20 and 30 hl French-oak casks and 70% in 500 and 600 L French-oak tonneaux.
Technical data
The 2023 Poggio Valente is classified as IGT Toscana Rosso. Alcohol is 14%, and total acidity is 5.22 g/L. Production totals 38,000 bottles. Available formats are 0.75 L, 1.5 L, 3 L, 6 L, 12 L and 18 L.
Tasting profile
A dense, luminous ruby colour introduces aromas of cherry, pomegranate, myrtle, mint, woodland undergrowth and cocoa. The palate is balanced and compact, with soft, elegant tannins. The persistent finish carries notes of liquorice.
Serving and pairing
Pair with pici and roe-deer ragù.
Vintage notes
For the 2023 vintage, 30% of the wine matures in 20 and 30 hl French-oak casks and 70% in 500 and 600 L French-oak tonneaux.
Label / history
Poggio Valente began with Elisabetta Geppetti’s acquisition of the original vineyard in 1996. Two parcels planted later expanded the site. The first vintage was produced in 1997.
