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Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG
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Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG

Red Montepulciano Poliziano Estate
24,81 €
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7,5/10

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Good

A Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG signed by Poliziano, made from Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile), fermented in stainless steel and aged in wood for at least 2 years, offered at €24.81. No distinction or guide is mentioned to support its reputation.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %8,8

    Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG, Sangiovese known as Prugnolo Gentile and the Montepulciano zone are named: reference appellation expressed with precision.

  • Recognition20 %6,2

    No award or guide is cited; Poliziano is only credited with a reputation, without any named distinction or level.

  • Value for money25 %7,1

    At €24.81, with a crossed-out price of €29.36, the price remains consistent for a Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG with no announced distinction.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,7

    Three precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), profile of red fruits, spices and balsamic notes, serving temperature indicated at 16-18 °C.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %7,4

    Poliziano is named and located in Montepulciano; fermentation in stainless steel, aging in wood and a minimum of 2 years are specified, with no detail on the barrel.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Comment on note

Technical sheet

Grape varietySangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile)
AppellationDOCG
Production zoneMontepulciano
Alcohol content14.5%
Format75 cl
ColorIntense ruby red
Serving temperature16-18°C
Food and wine pairingRed meats, game, aged cheeses

The wine

Poliziano: The Soul of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano

Today I invite you on a sensory journey to the heart of Tuscany, where elegance and tradition meet in a glass. This Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG from Poliziano is not just a wine, it is a story, a landscape, a promise of authentic flavors.

Montepulciano, Land of Prugnolo Gentile

We are in Montepulciano, a prestigious appellation of Tuscany, where Sangiovese here takes on the poetic name of Prugnolo Gentile. The Poliziano estate, whose reputation is well established, perfectly embodies the balance between respect for the terroir and modern techniques. It is in this region that wines of remarkable depth are born, the fruit of ancestral know-how and unwavering passion.

This wine displays an intense ruby red color, which, over time, will evolve towards garnet hues, a promise of beautiful maturity. On the nose, you will be charmed by notes of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and plum, interlaced with delicate touches of violet and sweet spices. I also perceive wafts of vanilla and black pepper, subtly imparted by well-controlled aging in oak barrels. On the palate, it reveals an elegant structure and perfect balance. The tannins are present but refined, enveloping flavors of red fruits, leather and tobacco. Its acidity is well integrated, offering a persistent freshness that irresistibly invites the next sip.

Gourmet Pairings and Special Moments

To fully appreciate this Vino Nobile, I recommend serving it at a temperature of 18-20°C. It is the ideal partner for robust dishes: think of roasted red meats, game or aged cheeses. I also suggest aerating it a little before tasting, so that it can unfold the full richness of its aromatic bouquet. It is a wine that tells a story, that of Montepulciano and of the Poliziano winery's commitment. It will be the perfect companion for your convivial meals or your moments of contemplation, an invitation to savor Tuscany in all its splendor.

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In Montepulciano, Sangiovese goes by the name of Prugnolo Gentile: this Vino Nobile from Poliziano has the right temperament to stand up to game or aged cheeses. Think about opening it a little before the meal, a little wild boar's tip!

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