Enrico Santini

2010 Bolgheri Red Blend

Poggio Al Moro Enrico Santini is a beautifully crafted red blend hailing from the esteemed Bolgheri region. This vintage, showcasing a rich and captivating red hue, presents itself with a medium body that is both approachable and satisfying. With its balanced acidity, the wine offers a refreshing vibrancy that enhances the overall experience. The fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing delightful notes of ripe berries and dark cherries entwined with subtle hints of spice and earthiness. The tannins are firm yet refined, contributing to a structured mouthfeel that promises elegance. This red blend is decidedly dry, making it an exceptional companion for a variety of culinary delights. Bolgheri’s unique terroir is palpable in every sip, solidifying this wine as a true expression of its origin.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Bolgheri

The birthplace of cult wine Sassicaia and the "Super Tuscan" movement, Bolgheri DOC is a fascinating recent addition to Italian wine history. For fans of silky Bordeaux-style reds, Bolgheri's nonconformist blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Sangiovese are second to none. Lying in a coastal area of central Tuscany called Alta Maremma (which was swampland until it was drained in the 1930s), Bolgheri's sloping, gravelly terroir is quite distinct from the Chianti hills. A local winemaker planted Bordeaux grapes here after WWII, and in 1978 his Sassicaia won first place at a blind tasting of Bordeaux wines. The rest is history. Bolgheri's Vermentino-based whites, while less famous, are also well worth seeking out. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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