Other

Il Poggiale Riserva

Castellare di Castellina

Chianti Classico · Italy

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Sangiovese · Canaiolo · Ciliegiolo · Colorino
Country
Italy
Region
Chianti Classico
Appellation
Chianti Classico
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

grilled red meats · pasta with tomato sauces · game meats · aged cheeses

Rated vintages

  • 201391 pts

    This vibrant, polished red opens with a potpourri of red berry, floral and spice aromas. The bright, juicy palate doles out succulent red cherry, raspberry, anise and cinnamon while lithe tannins and lively acidity provide balance and a smooth, easy-drinking texture.

  • 201292 pts

    Aromas of violet, plum, mint and sun-baked earth lead the nose of this blend of 90% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo and 5% Ciliegiolo. The lively, elegant palate delivers juicy red cherry, crushed raspberry, cinnamon and white pepper alongside firm, fine-grained tannins.

  • 201089 pts

    Aromas of sawdust, toasted oak, espresso and spice lead the nose on this blend of 90% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo and Colorino. The palate offers black cherry, mint and eucalyptus notes alongside bracing tannins. Evident oak muffles the juicy, ripe-fruit notes.

  • 200989 pts

    Il Poggiale Riserva opens with bold tones of blackberry pie, plum, currant, leather, rum cake and dried rosemary. There's a ripe, almost jammy, quality to the fruit, and the palate feels dense and richly textured.