What kind of wine is Rosso di Montepulciano DOC 2023 - Poliziano?

The Rosso di Montepulciano DOC 2023 - Poliziano is a Tuscan wine that represents the younger, more immediate soul of the renowned Poliziano winery. Born in the heart of Montepulciano, this red wine combines tradition and modernity, offering an authentic, pleasantly balanced, and elegantly characterized sip. It is a wine designed for those seeking the quality of a great Tuscan appellation, but in a more everyday and accessible version.

Vintage Details

The 2023 vintage was characterized by balanced weather, with a mild spring and a warm but not excessive summer. These conditions allowed the grapes to reach optimal ripeness, yielding a wine of remarkable freshness and aroma. The Rosso di Montepulciano DOC 2023 - Poliziano stands out for its vibrancy, clarity of aromas, and pleasant gustatory harmony.

Winemaking and Aging

Produced mainly from Sangiovese grapes – locally known as Prugnolo Gentile – with a small percentage of complementary grape varieties, this wine is vinified with fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature. After malolactic fermentation (the secondary fermentation that softens the wine's structure), a portion of the wine ages for a few months in wood, giving greater roundness and complexity to the final profile. The rest remains in steel to preserve freshness and fragrance.

Tasting Notes

Color

Visually, the Rosso di Montepulciano DOC 2023 - Poliziano presents a brilliant ruby red color, with purplish reflections typical of its youth.

Nose

On the nose, it releases intense aromas of fresh red fruits – cherry, raspberry, and blackberry – accompanied by light floral notes of violet and spicy hints reminiscent of black pepper and vanilla. The bouquet is harmonious and immediate, captivating with its authenticity.

Palate

On the palate, it is balanced and lively, with soft tannins and good acidity that make it pleasantly smooth. The sip finishes with fruity notes, inviting another taste. It is a wine with a young but already well-structured character, perfect to enjoy now.

What dishes to pair with Rosso di Montepulciano DOC 2023 - Poliziano

Versatile and convivial, the Rosso di Montepulciano DOC 2023 - Poliziano lends itself to many gastronomic pairings. It is ideal for accompanying traditional Tuscan dishes and simple but flavorful recipes.

• Tuscan appetizers with cured meats and aged cheeses
• Pasta with meat ragu or light game sauces
• Grilled white meats or oven-roasted herb chicken
• Flavorful vegetarian dishes, such as vegetable lasagna or sautéed mushrooms

Thanks to its natural freshness, it also pairs well with pizzas and mixed platters, making it an ideal everyday wine.

Storage and Aging

For those wondering how to store Rosso di Montepulciano DOC 2023 - Poliziano wine, it is advisable to keep it in a cool, dark place, at a constant temperature between 12 and 16°C, with the bottle lying down to keep the cork moist. This wine is meant to be enjoyed in its youth, but it can evolve positively for 3-4 years, developing greater harmony and roundness.

Served at around 16-18°C, it best expresses its pleasantness and all the aromas that distinguish the finest Montepulciano tradition.