Poggerino Chianti Classico Riserva Vigna Bugialla 2022 750ml

"Beautifully structured Chianti Classico Riserva with rich cherry fruit, savoury spice and Tuscan charm."

Poggerino Chianti Classico Riserva Vigna Bugialla 2022 is a seriously impressive Sangiovese from the heart of Tuscany. Rich, beautifully balanced and full of character, this is the sort of Chianti Classico that reminds you just how good Italian red wine can be. Expect generous dark cherry and plum flavours, savoury herbs, earthy notes and fine, persistent tannins that give the wine plenty of structure without sacrificing its lovely fruit character.

If you enjoy traditional Italian reds with depth, freshness and the ability to develop beautifully over time, Vigna Bugialla is well worth discovering. It's a terrific bottle for a special dinner and one that will reward a little patience in the cellar.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe red and dark cherries, wild berries and plum, complemented by dried herbs, violet, earthy notes and hints of sweet spice.

Palate: Rich and beautifully structured, with layers of cherry, dark berries and savoury Tuscan herbs. Fine, firm tannins and lively acidity provide excellent balance, while subtle earthy and spicy characters add complexity and depth.

Finish: Long, persistent and savoury, with lingering cherry fruit, dried herbs, gentle spice and beautifully integrated tannins.

Serving Suggestions

This is a wine that really comes into its own alongside a good meal. Try it with slow cooked lamb shoulder, bistecca alla Fiorentina, roast beef or a rich beef ragù with pappardelle.

It also works beautifully with wild mushroom risotto, traditional Tuscan sausages, aged Pecorino or a generous platter of Italian cured meats.

For the full Tuscan experience, pair it with a beautifully cooked steak, roasted potatoes and good company.

About The Winery

Poggerino is a highly regarded family owned winery located in Radda in Chianti, one of the most celebrated villages within Tuscany's Chianti Classico region.

The estate is run by Piero Lanza, whose commitment to traditional Sangiovese and the distinctive character of Radda has helped establish Poggerino as one of the region's respected producers.

Radda is particularly well known for producing Chianti Classico wines with wonderful freshness, firm structure, savoury complexity and excellent ageing potential. Its elevated position in the Chianti hills contributes to wines that combine concentrated fruit with a lively, refreshing character.

Vigna Bugialla is Poggerino's single vineyard Chianti Classico Riserva, produced from Sangiovese and representing a more concentrated, structured expression of the estate's distinctive style.

The 2022 vintage delivers the rich cherry fruit, savoury depth and fine tannins that make traditional Chianti Classico Riserva such a rewarding wine to drink and cellar.

Cellaring Potential

Poggerino Vigna Bugialla 2022 has the structure, acidity and fruit concentration to develop beautifully with careful cellaring.

Enjoy it now for its vibrant cherry fruit and youthful savoury character, or cellar through to approximately 2035 to allow the tannins to soften and more complex earthy, leathery and dried herb notes to emerge.

If opening young, a little time in a decanter will help the wine show its full character.

Collector's Note

Vigna Bugialla is one of Poggerino's most important wines, offering a distinctive single vineyard expression of Sangiovese from Radda in Chianti.

For lovers of traditional Chianti Classico, this is a particularly appealing Riserva thanks to its combination of fruit concentration, savoury complexity and long term cellaring potential.

A worthwhile addition to any collection of premium Italian red wines.

Details

Producer: Poggerino
Wine: Chianti Classico Riserva Vigna Bugialla
Vintage: 2022
Variety: Sangiovese
Region: Radda in Chianti, Tuscany
Appellation: Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
Country: Italy
Bottle Size: 750ml
Wine Body: Medium to Full Bodied
Wine Sweetness: Dry
Wine Style: Structured, Savoury & Complex Italian Red Wine
Farming: Organic