Friday Sips
TUSCANY FRIDAY SIPS
Montepulciano & More from Poliziano
Today, Feb, 19 from 1:30 - 6:30
Montepulciano & More from Poliziano
Today, Feb, 19 from 1:30 - 6:30
Drop by today to sample a range of Tuscan red wines from Montepulciano master Poliziano.
2013 POLIZIANO
ROSSO DI MONTEPULCIANO
$13.99 BTL./$167.88 CASE
ROSSO DI MONTEPULCIANO
$13.99 BTL./$167.88 CASE
Federico Carletti is a legend in Tuscany, known for being a stickler for quality in the vineyard and his intense level of commitment is evident in the wines that he produces. Federico uses the best of modern practices yet maintains a sense of place and has a firm stance in the great traditions of the region. After tasting the 2013 Rosso di Montepulciano Bryan's palate says that there seemingly is a chunk of top-notch, declassified fruit inserted here. This is par for the course, especially given that Federico gives as much love to his Rosso as he does to his 60-dollar single Cru Asinone Vino Nobile.
Starry Sangiovese nose with super material, this crowd-pleasing red shows off flashy wild cherry, savory herbs, smoke and spicy earth on the nose and especially on the engaging, mouth-filling palate. Lots of depth and personality, especially for 14 bucks!
Starry Sangiovese nose with super material, this crowd-pleasing red shows off flashy wild cherry, savory herbs, smoke and spicy earth on the nose and especially on the engaging, mouth-filling palate. Lots of depth and personality, especially for 14 bucks!
2013 LOHSA MORELLINO DI SCANSANO
$13.99 BTL./$167.88 CASE
$13.99 BTL./$167.88 CASE
The village of Scansano is a bastion for many often overlooked Tuscan treasures. With its slightly warmer climate, hills and abundance of iron-oxide soil, Scansano is one of the unique growing regions of this famed area of Italy and can deliver wines on all levels.
In 1998, the famous and highly regarded Vino Nobile di Montepulciano estate, Poliziano purchased a plot of land from this vastly underrated area. 85% Morellino (the local clone of Sangiovese) and 15% Ciliegiolo comprise the blend and maintains Poliziano's high standard of excellence and integrity. Nutmeg, dark chocolate and a prominent minerality surrounds black raspberry and roasted plum notes while a mouth-filling combination of wild spice, earth and well-placed core of fruit pleasantly fills the mouth. Classic Sangio vivacity and juiciness shine throughout, enjoy with grilled or roasted meats, eggplant and hearty pasta dishes.
In 1998, the famous and highly regarded Vino Nobile di Montepulciano estate, Poliziano purchased a plot of land from this vastly underrated area. 85% Morellino (the local clone of Sangiovese) and 15% Ciliegiolo comprise the blend and maintains Poliziano's high standard of excellence and integrity. Nutmeg, dark chocolate and a prominent minerality surrounds black raspberry and roasted plum notes while a mouth-filling combination of wild spice, earth and well-placed core of fruit pleasantly fills the mouth. Classic Sangio vivacity and juiciness shine throughout, enjoy with grilled or roasted meats, eggplant and hearty pasta dishes.
2012 POLIZIANO
VINO NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
VINO NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
The Noble wines of Montepulciano are some of the most exciting in Tuscany and represent the best bang for your buck. 85% Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and a 15% blend of Colorino, Canaiolo and Merlot. Along with Avignonesi, Dei and Boscarelli, Poliziano is part of the Big 4 of this Tuscan region.
The specialty of the house at Poliziano is their exquisite Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and their newly arrived 2012's classic beauty woos you in from the first waft of violet, lush cherry, raspberry and sweet roasted Tuscan herbs. All about smoothness and balance, then echoed by intense depth of flavor, alluring spice from a deft use of oak beautifully frames the wine's rich fruit and resounding detail of origin. The quality of this wine is reinforced on the finish with the depth and expansion of flavor lingering on the palate. Opening one now with a hearty meal is necessary but this delicious wine will continue to develop through 2023.
The specialty of the house at Poliziano is their exquisite Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and their newly arrived 2012's classic beauty woos you in from the first waft of violet, lush cherry, raspberry and sweet roasted Tuscan herbs. All about smoothness and balance, then echoed by intense depth of flavor, alluring spice from a deft use of oak beautifully frames the wine's rich fruit and resounding detail of origin. The quality of this wine is reinforced on the finish with the depth and expansion of flavor lingering on the palate. Opening one now with a hearty meal is necessary but this delicious wine will continue to develop through 2023.
2011 POLIZIANO CORTONA ROSSO
'IN VIOLAS'
$29.99 BTL./$179.94 - SIX PACK
'IN VIOLAS'
$29.99 BTL./$179.94 - SIX PACK
The emergence of wines from around the small city of Cortona took hold when the area became a DOC in 1999 and Poliziano was one of the producers who recognized the potential immediately. This is an area where French varietals like Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah gained traction and have thrived very well indeed.
Poliziano’s ‘In Violas’ comes from a single, seven-acre plot and is a hearty red wine that will undoubtedly change your mind about Merlot from Italy. Suave, savory and crammed with blackberry and blueberry tones that weave through spices that range from nutmeg and vanilla to classic spice cake and sandalwood. Full-bodied, with concentration and Italian tanginess wrap themselves around velvety tannins in the mouth then carry into a long and expansive finish. Very irresistible now but there is no problem for this wine to age for another decade.
Poliziano’s ‘In Violas’ comes from a single, seven-acre plot and is a hearty red wine that will undoubtedly change your mind about Merlot from Italy. Suave, savory and crammed with blackberry and blueberry tones that weave through spices that range from nutmeg and vanilla to classic spice cake and sandalwood. Full-bodied, with concentration and Italian tanginess wrap themselves around velvety tannins in the mouth then carry into a long and expansive finish. Very irresistible now but there is no problem for this wine to age for another decade.
