Poggio al Tesoro

Wonderfully balanced Rosato from Bolgheri: silky, with beautiful wild berry fruit and of beguiling harmony - Cassiopea is an ideal aperitif and goes perfectly with light fish, vegetable dishes and bruschetta. SUPERIORE.DE

"Light salmon pink. Expressive nose, of grapefruit, Mediterranean maquis, gooseberries and green peppers. Juicy and salty on the palate, shows beautiful citrus fruit, has a hearty effect, is very suitable for grilled vegetables." Falstaff

Mediterra with inviting aromas of paprika, red currant, sage and black pepper is round and harmonious on the palate with beautiful fruit and spice, a perfect accompaniment to food. SUPERIORE.DE

"Shining ruby grenade. Slightly grassy on the nose in the first aroma, then after raspberries and gooseberries, white pepper, in the aftertaste after black currants, needs some air to settle down. On the palate, it is powerful and with clear fruit, slightly spicy on the tongue, beautiful body, and in the aftertaste, a minimum of wideness." Falstaff

Pagus Cerbaia denotes a first-class small plot of land with sedimentary soils. This is where the small quantities of Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon come from, which are partially fermented in amphorae and oak barrels after harvest. The "Selection Rosato", bottled only in a few hundred bottles, offers an intense floral aroma and captivates the palate in a lively and cheerful way with a persistent spicy note and a wonderfully complex finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is extremely long and polished with a great finish. Medium body, dense and fruity with lovely acidity. Gives depth and form at the finish. Made in amphora and barrel. Syrah. New and exciting wine." James Suckling

Pagus Camilla comes from a small plot of land called "Camilla" near the Sondraia vineyards. Here, the Vermentino grape undergoes a higher concentration during ripening with delicate hints of Riesling. This "project wine", produced in small quantities, is a unique example of the potential of this grape variety in Bolgheri. Pure and beautiful, citrus aroma, salt, minerality and full fruit, balanced, long and with very good ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2016 Vermentino Solosole Pagus Camilla is done in a slightly richer, oilier style than the straight Solosole. Apricot, chamomile and exotic floral notes make a strong first impression. Aging on the lees and a touch of skin contact brings out quite a bit of textural resonance to frame the wine beautifully." Vinous

"The 2016 Bolgheri Vermentino Solosole Pagus Camilla represents a special selection of grapes from the Fosse Camilla vineyard. The wine delivers great structure, bright citrus flavors and a spicy close. It sees four days of skin maceration—it is made almost like a red wine but at lower temperatures. This is a terrific wine that can pair with any seafood dish." Robert Parker

"This is the best vermentino I have ever had from Italy. Wonderful concentration and freshness with sliced, dried mango, pineapple and honey character. Full-bodied, layered and intense. Wonderful length." James Suckling

Sondraia - a Cabernet Sauvignon with small additions of Merlot and Cabernet Franc - has a bright colour and a clear, warm scent of blueberry, raspberry, black cherry and undergrowth. Its intense flavour is powerful, characterised by fine-grained tannin and a seemingly endless aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Complex blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc: fruity and spicy nose of black berries, dark chocolate and tea; the tannins are powdery, combining opulence, juiciness and density, ending on chubby notes of forest fruits and sandalwood." Vinum

"Deep dark garnet. Wood-spicy nose of dark berries, spices, rich cherries, then lots of dark chocolate, minimally malty in the aftertaste. Opens up densely and richly on the palate, warmhearted with a rich melt, well-integrated wood tannin, still young, will reach its peak in a few years." Falstaff

"This shows depth and richness with chewy tannins and lots of fruit and flavor. Full-bodied and structured." James Suckling

"Sondraia has increased in quality (and price). In 2017 it has an earthy minerality with spice complexity of clove, bark and walnut husk, supporting vibrant, ripe fruit. The mid-palate is very extracted yet velvety, leading to a warming finish." Decanter

This Trockenbeerenauslese from Petit Manseng is a rarity in the smallest edition of not even 1,000 bottles. The overripe, dried grapes are only harvested at the end of November/beginning of December and pressed to this very fine and highly elegant Passito. A deep golden yellow, rich bouquet with aromas of pickled fruits such as apricots and mild spices, on the palate a rich, fully ripe fruit with pleasant sweetness and harmonious, citrus acidity. Remarkably long and persistent. SUPERIORE.DE

"Packaged in a 375-milliliter bottle, the 2014 Teos is a pure expression of Petit Manseng made with air-dried grapes. This delicate dessert wine opens to a golden amber color, with notes of honey and toasted chestnut. The acidity in this passito is very high and is the wine's winning card. The process used to make this wine is similar to Recito di Soave, with one month of appassimento in plastic crates." Robert Parker

Dedicato a Walter - in memory of Walter. Marilisa and Franco Allegrini dedicated this pure Cabernet Franc from their own vineyards on the Via Bolgherese to their oldest brother, who died in 2003. The 2015 vintage marks the beginning of an even more radical focus on the terroir and the quality of the grapes. For the first time, a third less bottles were filled from the 2015 vintage. The result is now a Bolgheri Superiore made from their own grapes from the core zone of Bolgheri, which can hardly be surpassed in elegance and character.

Compact and elegant Cabernet Franc with fine tobacco notes, ripe blackcurrant aromas, some pepper and eucalyptus, in addition slightly earthy tones. Dense fruit and polished tannin on the palate, clear, rich final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Cabernet Franc in purezza: beguiling berry aromas, herbal and vanilla notes; the robust tannins and the noticeable acidity in harmony, spicy-fruity finish, also notes of cloves and leather. Can mature. Perfect companion to a roasted wild boar." Vinum

"lush ruby with a violet tint. Very memorable nose, opens with notes of cigar box and butter biscuits, then lots of dark berry fruit, some tobacco. Dense and supple at the base and flow, spreads out with great power, clear fruit, present and spicy." Falstaff

"Sweet ripe black cherry and blackberry fruit is matched to toasty oak and accents of licorice, tobacco and iron in this rich red. Fluid, with light tannins keeping this honest on the finish." Wine Spectator

"A pretty nose that shows lots of cabernet character with eucalyptus, fresh herbs, grass and then plenty of blackcurrants, iodine and hot stones. I love the richness to the essence-like dark fruit here with round tannins and plenty of spice undertones. A big, flavorful finish." James Suckling

"The 2015 Dedicato a Walter shows why Cabernet Franc is such an exciting variety on the Tuscan Coast. Rich and explosive in the glass, the 2015 soars with inky blue/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, mocha and wild flowers. The purity of the flavors is just striking. This is another super-classic wine from Poggio al Tesoro that captures the essence of what Bolgheri is all about." Vinous

"The 2015 Bolgheri Superiore Dedicato A Walter is a pure expression of Cabernet Franc, offering mineral essences of sea shell, clay and round rocks. This wine is supremely elegant, with dark fruit, spice and a touch of Mediterranean herb. The tannins are integrated and gorgeous. This vintage was aged in 100% new oak. The winemaking team has shortened the time in wood to 24 months and increased the time in bottle to ten months. (They are aiming for 12 months in bottle with the upcoming vintages.) Still, the wine will benefit from even more time in the cellar to express itself fully. Bravi." Robert Parker

Marilisa and Franco Allegrini dedicated this pure Cabernet Franc from their own vineyards on the Via Bolgherese to their oldest brother Walter, who died in 2003. With the 2015 vintage an even more radical focus on the terroir and the quality of the grapes began. Since then, one third less bottles have been filled each year, the result is now a Bolgheri Superiore from their own grapes from the core zone of Bolgheri, which is hard to beat in terms of elegance and character. Compact and elegant Cabernet Franc with a fine tobacco note, ripe black currant aromas, some pepper and eucalyptus, in addition slightly earthy tones. Dense fruit and polished tannin on the palate, clear, rich final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Cabernet Franc in purezza from a 7-hectare vineyard: from the very first sniff, a potpourri of blackberries, spices and pepper is beguiling; elegant yet full of character with precise tannins, a very long and complex finish. Put it in the cellar first, then it's even more fun." Vinum

"A pretty and firm wine with blackberry and cherry character. Full body, firm and chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Attractive and exciting. Love the tannin structure. 100% cabernet franc." James Suckling

Pagus Cerbaia denotes a first-class small plot of land with sedimentary soils. The small quantities of Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, which are partially fermented in amphorae and oak barrels after harvest, come from here. The "Selection Rosato", bottled only in a few hundred bottles, offers an intense floral aroma and captivates the palate in a lively and cheerful way with a persistent spicy note and a wonderfully complex finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is extremely long and polished with a great finish. Medium body, dense and fruity with lovely acidity. Gives depth and form at the finish. Made in amphora and barrel. Syrah. New and exciting wine." James Suckling

Marilisa and Franco Allegrini dedicated this pure Cabernet Franc from their own vineyards on the Via Bolgherese to their oldest brother Walter, who died in 2003. With the 2015 vintage an even more radical focus on the terroir and the quality of the grapes began. Since then, one third less bottles have been filled each year, the result is now a Bolgheri Superiore from their own grapes from the core zone of Bolgheri, which is hard to beat in terms of elegance and character. Compact and elegant Cabernet Franc with a fine tobacco note, ripe black currant aromas, some pepper and eucalyptus, in addition slightly earthy tones. Dense fruit and polished tannin on the palate, clear, rich final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Cabernet Franc in purezza from a 7-hectare vineyard: from the very first sniff, a potpourri of blackberries, spices and pepper is beguiling; elegant yet full of character with precise tannins, a very long and complex finish. Put it in the cellar first, then it's even more fun." Vinum

"A pretty and firm wine with blackberry and cherry character. Full body, firm and chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Attractive and exciting. Love the tannin structure. 100% cabernet franc." James Suckling