POGGIO AL TESORO SONDRAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE DOC 2018 750ml

ABOUT THE WINE

Founded in 2001 by siblings Marilisa Allegrini and Walter Allegrini from the historic Allegrini family of Valpolicella (Veneto), it marked their bold venture beyond their native region to explore Bolgheri's exceptional terroir and coastal influence. The name "Poggio al Tesoro" translates to "hill of treasure," reflecting the precious land they discovered. Starting with just a few hectares, the estate has grown to over 100 hectares (with about 64 under vine), spread across four distinct plots: Le Sondraie, Via Bolgherese, Chiesina di San Giuseppe, and Valle di Cerbaia. This diversity allows for varied soils and microclimates, emphasizing varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Vermentino. Marilisa Allegrini now leads the winery with her daughters, focusing on sustainability, innovation, and tradition. Flagship wines include Sondraia Bolgheri Superiore and Dedicato a Walter (a rare 100% Cabernet Franc). Today, it stands as one of Bolgheri's largest and most acclaimed estates.
This is Poggio al Tesoro’s flagship wine, blends 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet Franc, with fermentation partly in steel and aging in French oak barriques (often 70% new) for about 22 months, followed by bottle refinement. Alcohol typically reaches around 15%.

TASTING NOTE:

Critically acclaimed (96 James Suckling, 94 Robert Parker, 93 Wine Spectator), it displays an intense ruby color with aromas of orange blossom, currants, raspberries, black cherries, blackberry, licorice, tobacco, and subtle coconut oak. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, expressive, juicy, with fine, round tannins, lively freshness, dark fruit depth, spicy notes, and a long, structured finish—elegant and powerful from a balanced vintage.