2017 Poggio Scalette Il Carbonaione

Highly Rated
Old-vine Tuscan Sangiovese, with a wicked combination of florals, fruits and tar that burst from the glass with juicy purity.

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Sale price$110.00
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Description

From 90-year-old vines in the Carbonaione vineyard near Ruffoli, this Sangiovese is a wine that truly conveys a sense of place, with the deep-seated vines soaking up the richness of Tuscany.

Elegant and generous, well balanced in every small nuance, “Il Carbonaione” is as true a vineyard expression as you can find. Conceived by proprietor Vittorio Fiore, it’s the culmination of long years studying and gaining experience. A Sangiovese that combines power and refinement in a single sip. The nose reveals a vast bouquet, preserved berries, overripe cherry, leather, coffee, and floral perfume.

The palate is full-bodied, pleasantly savoruy with length, and has a tannin profile that will whisper sweet nothings to you for decades to come.

92 Points - "Owned by renowned oenologist Vittorio Fiore, who purchased the abandoned property in 1991. Il Carbonaione is the estate's oldest vineyard with 90-year-old vines planted on a steep terraced hillside in Ruffoli. Dark cherry, lavender and violet are infused with hints of tar. This is fruit-laden but pure, with an underlying juicy citrus note and velvety tannins. Finishes with sweet baking spice and vanilla." - Michaela Morris (Decanter)

95 Points - "A creamy, ripe-tannined red with chocolate, berry, light vanilla and cappuccino character and a solid core of fruit and polished tannins. It's full-bodied and well crafted. Better after 2022, when it will all come together." - JamesSuckling.com

COMPOSITION OF THE SOIL Sandy silty, very rich in stone

HARVEST First fortnight of October

ALCOHOLIC FERMENTATION 12 days in stainless steel tanks

AGEING 14 months in 350 liter tonneaux

MATURATION 6 months in bottle minimum



Region: Tuscany, Italy
Blend: Sangiovese, Italy
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Closure: 750ml
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Price Bracket $101 and Above
Type Red
Body Medium Bodied
Variety Sangiovese
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Feature High Score
Reviewed By James Suckling
Decanter
Critic Score 92
95
Size 750ml
Vintage 2017
Closure Cork

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