Saturated with black cherry, black currant, wild herb, tar and iron flavors, this red is also vibrant and solidly built.
So dense and youthful, it resonates on the long finish, showing excellent potential. Best from 2024 through 2042.
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Founded in 1961 by Dino Carletti, the Poliziano estate is a perfect example of how a relentless quest for perfection has achieved remarkable results. Starting with only 54 acres in the commune of Montepulciano, the estate has now grown to over 640 acres under the direction of Dino’s son, Federico Carletti. While Carletti’s children—Francesco and Maria Stella—who represent the next generation are diligently studying to assume roles in the business, Carletti avidly keeps an eye on the future of their winery. He is an agronomist, but he prefers to think of himself as a farmer because he is convinced that great wines originate in the vineyard. In addition to his superior knowledge of the vineyards, his enthusiasm for his land and creating a superior product are infectious.
Carletti’s work at Poliziano estate has always been focused on achieving perfection with as little intervention as possible. While this sounds counterintuitive—it has worked. Over the years, he has eliminated less favorably positioned sites and replanted where the soil and climate were optimal. The selection of clones—many from the estate’s own original plant material—the planting layouts, rootstock choices, pruning methods and training systems are all meticulously chosen. Dense plantings, but only up to a maximum of 2,000 plants per acre, are harvested parcel by parcel in every vintage at Poliziano. This is to pay respect to the different terroirs that exist in Montepulciano. Today, Poliziano produces more than 83,000 cases from about 400 organically farmed acres in Montepulciano, nearby Cortona and coastal Tuscany's Maremma region. Most of it is Sangiovese. Solar panels power more than 20% of the winery.
In the winery, the same attention to detail is in place, with multiple selections and the use of an optical sorter which allows for small-batch vinifications. However, for the top-end cuvees, Carletti prefers to rely on the human hand to sort. Wood regimes are chosen with an eye to preserving the fruit in the wine, not overpowering it. Multiple container sizes and varieties of oak complement each parcel that ages in the gravity-fed winery.
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LOCATIONWINERY: Montepulciano, Tuscany VINEYARD: Montepulciano, Tuscany; Cortona, Tuscany VIEW IN GOOGLE MAPS REGION DETAILS |
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JUNE 2021
Poliziano "Le Caggiole" Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2016
![]() Saturated with black cherry, black currant, wild herb, tar and iron flavors, this red is also vibrant and solidly built. 90
SEPTEMBER 2022
Poliziano Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2019
![]() A dense, tightly wound version, displaying cherry and berry fruit, earth and underbrush flavors wrapped in a grip of dusty tannins. Gains fruit, allowing the vibrant acidity to focus and extend the finish. Sangiovese, Colorino, Canaiolo and Merlot. Best from 2023 through 2030. 11,200 cases made, 3,000 cases imported. ![]() SEPTEMBER 2021
Poliziano "Le Caggiole" Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2018
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APRIL 2021
Poliziano Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2017
![]() The 2017 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is rich, deep and full of character. There’s not a ton of subtlety here, but to be honest, I don’t think that really matters. The 2017 is incredibly delicious and inviting. Black cherry, mocha, leather and cinnamon infuse this voluptuous, racy Vino Nobile with tons of character. 92
DECEMBER 2021
Poliziano "Le Caggiole" Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2017
![]() The 2017 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano La Caggiole mixes elegance and intensity, with violet-tinged raspberry preserve and cloves offset by a hint of wet stone. This saturates the palate with a primary concentration of red and black fruits, as zesty acids work to maintain freshness, and saline-mineral tones keep the mouth watering for more. This echoes with salty minerals and residual acids, as the cheeks pucker with youthful tension. 95
JULY 2021
Poliziano Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Asinone DOCG 2018
![]() Dark-cherry aromas with nutmeg and flowers follow through to a full body with firm, linear tannins that are polished and beautiful at the end. Succulent and attractive now, but will age nicely. Drink or hold.95
AUGUST 2020
Poliziano "Le Caggiole" Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2017
![]() Lovely purity of fruit here with cherry, light chocolate and vanilla-pod undertones. Medium to full body, tight and integrated tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Best ever? Drink in 2022. 91
DECEMBER 2021
Poliziano Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2012
![]() The 2012 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano shows sweet minerals, smoky crushed stone, dusty red currants and a hint of green stems. This is soft (“succulent” comes to mind), blending ripe red fruits with sweet herbs and minerals, all brightened by lively acidity. While still lightly structured, the 2012 tapers off juicy, giving and persistent, resonating on hard red candies and hints of licorice. It’s a very pretty Vino Nobile in its early maturity. |