The Alliance is a group of six Nobile producers – Salcheto, Poliziano, La Braccesca, Dei, Boscarelli, and Avignonesi – all sharing the dedication to Nobile’s rediscovery. The six winemakers have coordinated their respective work and each crafted a cru 100% Sangiovese Nobile specifically for this project. The Poggetto di Sopra brings out the characteristics of its environment, recalling the clay soil it lays upon.
2017 VINTAGE – The 2017 vintage is characterised by extreme climatic events, in particular by a spring frost and prolonged drought throughout the vegetative period which put a strain on our vines. The plants underwent vegetative blocks that made it difficult for the pulp, skins and pips to develop, which were more concentrated. Through short and delicate extractions we were able to privilege the elegance and drinkability that distinguish our wines.
This wine is characterised by grace and elegance. The bouquet is full and ethereal of ripe fruit and cherries in alcohol accompanied by typical nuances of the Mediterranean scrub such as lavender, thyme and wild mint. On the palate it has a very large and sweet opening. The silky tannin spreads a dense texture accompanied by a warm and lively body where notes of fresh coconut and sweet spices such as cinnamon persist.
The fermentation was spontaneous. Alcoholic fermentation and maceration on the skins lasted 21 days. AGEING 20 months in wooden casks (500 ltr).
Total production – 2,150 bottles and 250 magnums.
96 pts Decanter | 95 pts James Suckling | 94+ pts Wine Advocate 94 pts Wine Enthusiast | 91 pts Vinous.
