2017 Morellino di Scansano Poggio Valente
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The Fattoria le Pupille 2017 Poggio Valente shows a very savory side of Sangiovese with smoked aromas of spice and tar. There is a sweeter side as well that recalls cured pipe tobacco or saddle leather, but the black fruit aromas remain in the background. The wine has started down its evolutionary track, and I have shortened the drinking window by a few years to be on the safe side.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
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The 2017 Poggio Valente is rich and explosive in the glass. Black cherry, plum, chocolate, licorice and spice are kicked up a few notches in this decidedly exuberant Sangiovese. I would prefer to drink the 2017 on the early side, while it retains the youthful opulence that makes it so indulgent to enjoy now. The 2017 spent two years in oak, mostly 500 and 600 liters.