Le Calle di Catoccci 'Poggio d'Oro' Monteccucco - Sangiovese

2018 vintage. This Sangiovese hails from Montecucco, Tuscany, Italy. The family farm of Le Calle has a long - standing philosophy of respecting tradition, loving the land, and focusing on quality, passed down through generations. Poggio d'Oro is crafted from 100% organically - grown Sangiovese grapes from a single vineyard at 1,082 feet in the Montecucco region, south of the Chianti zone. After fermentation in concrete tanks, it ages for 18 months in a blend of French and Slavonian oak barrels and then rests for 6 more months in the bottle before release. It offers an intense fruity aroma of plums and red berries, with a faint hint of vanilla at the end. On the palate, it's a well - structured and balanced light - bodied wine with rustic earthiness, and flavors of juicy cherries, sweet tobacco, dried thyme, and a touch of allspice. Ideal to pair with roasted game and aged cheeses.

To enjoy this wine, first, let it breathe for about 30 minutes after opening. Pour it into a wide - rimmed wine glass to fully appreciate its aroma. You can serve it at a temperature of around 55 - 60°F. When pairing, go for roasted game like venison or aged cheeses such as Parmesan. Keep the unopened bottle in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and strong vibrations. Once opened, try to finish it within 2 - 3 days, and store it in the refrigerator with a cork to slow down oxidation.