Moscadello di Montalcino DOC Il Poggione
| Sommelier score | 91/100 | 2024 |
| Winery | Il Poggione |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Grapes | 100% Moscato Bianco. |
| Alcohol content | 6,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | SI 3508 |
| Winery headquarter | Tenuta il Poggione - Montalcino (SI) - Strada Consorziale Sant'Angelo Monteano |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Desserts, Fruit pies and cream, Dry pastry, Medium-aged cheeses |
| Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Style | Sparkling and fresh |
| Wine list | Moscadello di Montalcino |
This Moscadello di Montalcino is the most ancient wine produced in Montalcino already quoted by Francesco Redi in his "Bacco in Toscana". It is produced by Moscato grapes which are softly pressed and they ferment in a refrigerated place. The wine is sweet and sparkling with a natural re-fermentation characterized by floral aromas typical of the Moscato grapes. Its denomination is “Moscadello di Montalcino” and it is produced with 100% white Moscato grapes. The cultivation is located at 127 meters above the sea level. The cultivation is the cordon spur pruning and the picking is manual as for the tradition of the company. The wine making process is characterized by a cold fermentation is autoclaves and a natural re-fermentation.
Characteristics of this great Moscadello di Montalcino
The Moscadello di Montalcino has a straw yellow color with a fine and persistent perlage. The smell is rich of floral aromas typical of the moscato grapes. The taste is fresh and sweet which are characteristics very appreciated on the palate.
Suggested pairings with the Moscadello di Montalcino
The Moscadello di Montalcino is perfect with creams or bakery. It is very good also with cheeses.
