Quercia al Poggio Chianti Classico DOCG, Tuscany, Italy

Product Details:

• Owners: Rossi Family (Michela & Vittorio Rossi)
• Winemakers: Maurizio Castelli, Luca Felicioni
• Grapes: Sangiovese, Ciliegiolo, Canaiolo, Colorino, Malvasia Nera
• ABV: 14%
• Closure: DIAM
• Farming: Organic
• Vineyard Area: 15 hectares
• Altitude: Approximately 400 meters above sea level
• Exposure: Northwest toward Tavernelle; southeast toward Castellina in Chianti
• Production: 35,000 bottles

Sensory Description:

Dark, luminous ruby in the glass with a subtly brightened rim, the wine opens on aromas of ripe forest fruit, red citrus, currant, and hawthorn, layered with notes of sealing wax, wet earth, blood, and a touch of menthol. The palate is textured and pithy, driven by firm tannins and a savory core that balances richness with freshness. Gooseberry and sweet berry tones carry through to a long, brisk finish, where gentle bitterness adds definition and structure.

Awards & Accolades:

• 89 Points — Falstaff 
  Tasted by Othmar Kiem & Simon Staffler

Winemaker's Background:

Set within the historic hamlet of Quercia al Poggio, the estate was acquired by the Rossi family in 1997 and carefully restored to revive both vineyards and heritage. Surrounded by woodland and steeped in centuries of Tuscan history dating back to Etruscan times, the property is farmed organically with a focus on transparency and balance. In addition to this Chianti Classico, the estate produces a Riserva, a Gran Selezione from a 40-year-old northwest-facing cru, and a traditional Vin Santo, each reflecting the same respect for land, history, and restraint.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve at 16–18°C in a classic Chianti glass to allow the wine’s aromatics and tannic structure to unfold. Well-suited to the table, it pairs naturally with grilled meats, tomato-based pastas, mushroom risotto, roasted vegetables, and rustic Tuscan dishes. Its savory depth and balanced body make it equally appealing for relaxed weeknight meals or longer, leisurely dinners.

Grounded, expressive, and unmistakably Chianti Classico, 2021 Quercia al Poggio Chianti Classico DOCG delivers elegance without pretense, an authentic, organically farmed red that rewards both casual enjoyment and thoughtful drinking.