Here’s a beautifully made Tuscan red that brings together tradition and elegance in every glass. The 2020 Poliziano Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is all about vibrant red fruit, subtle spice, and that classic Italian charm—easy to enjoy now, but with enough structure to age gracefully too.

James Suckling | JS 92
Published: Sep 2, 2023

Ripe, luminous red berries with fine spices and a hint of crushed-stone minerality. Medium to full body on the palate with fine herbs, citrus and berries all wrapped by fine, crumbled tannins. Delicious now.

Vivino | Vivino 4.0

It has perfume of juicy, ripe fruit and a rich palate, with just the right amount of tannin.

Carlettipoliziano.com

To the Prugnolo Gentile grapes, which characterize the Montepulciano area, we dedicate the most attentive care because they express the full potential of a territory with a rich wine history. The result is our Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, structured, enduring, with intense aromas that faithfully represent its Tuscan origins and the ancient bond between land, man, and culture.
The scents are those of Sangiovese, trustfully present both in the nose and palate. These include the unmistakable red amarena and plum, juicy and indulgent, and tertiary scents which complete and enrich, like Mediterranean scrub and black pepper.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 14.5% ABV
Closure: Natural cork
Harvest: 2020
Oak: Aged for approximately 14–16 months in French oak barriques and tonneaux, with the remainder in larger traditional oak casks
Varietals: 85% Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese), 15% Colorino, Canaiolo and Merlot
Farming: Sustainable viticulture; grapes harvested by hand
Vineyard Area: Montepulciano, Tuscany, Italy; vineyards at approximately 300–450 metres above sea level
Vinification: Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks, with maceration lasting approximately 18–22 days. Matured in oak before bottle ageing.
Winemaker: Maria Stella Carletti
Region: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG, Tuscany, Italy

Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Decanting: 45–60 minutes
Food Pairing: Grilled or roasted red meats, braised beef, game dishes, ragù pasta, and mature hard cheeses.