98 points/'#1 Top 100 Wines of 2025,' Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2020 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna Il Poggio is a total stunner. What a wine. Elegant and translucent, the 2020 impresses with a sublime, finessed personality that is impossible to miss. Fine tannins and lifted, sensual aromatics immediately announce a wine of utter class. On the palate, the 2020 is wonderfully deep and layered, with mind-blowing balance and exceptional pedigree. The 2020 is one of the very finest Il Poggio's ever made. It has been nothing short of breathtaking on the two occasions I have tasted it so far. Don't miss it! Drink: 2028-2060. (Jul 2025)"
97 points/'#45 Top 100 Wines of 2025', Wine Spectator: "Balsamic aromas lead off, and this red stays on the savory side, revealing eucalyptus, juniper and wild herb notes. There’s a core of sweet fruit and an underlying mineral element as this builds to the excruciatingly long and complex aftertaste. Dense tannins and lively acidity endure its longevity. Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Colorino. Best from 2028 through 2050. (Oct 2025)"
97 points James Suckling: "A restrained, reductive and transparent wine with aromas of roses, violets, rhubarb and chalky minerality. Supple and medium- to full-bodied on the palate, with elegant, velvety tannins and long, refreshing acidity that’s super juicy and tight in the finish. Tense and polished, with a touch of sternness in the aftertaste. Drinkable now, but best from 2026. (3/12/25)"
96 points Falstaff Guide: "Medium ruby red with garnet-coloured reflections. Blood orange zest, ripe redcurrant, thyme and some saddle leather on the nose. Beautiful interplay between acidity, tannin, fruit and savouriness on the palate. Tightly woven tannins with an invigorating finish. Has ageing potential! (Oct 2025)"
95 points Michaela Morris (Decanter): "Chianti Classico’s first single-vineyard bottling, Il Poggio, has been produced since 1962. It remains an unwavering icon of the region and a tribute to the foresight of Fabrizio Bianchi. The 2020 emerges slowly with struck stone, plum blossom and white pepper aromas. Taut and linear, the palate takes the relay with wild forest strawberry and succulent blood orange. Stony and energised through the core, angular tannins still need to reconcile although this doesn’t suggest the profound ageing potential of the longest-lived vintages. Drinking Window: 2026-2036. (4/6/25)"
97 points/'#45 Top 100 Wines of 2025', Wine Spectator: "Balsamic aromas lead off, and this red stays on the savory side, revealing eucalyptus, juniper and wild herb notes. There’s a core of sweet fruit and an underlying mineral element as this builds to the excruciatingly long and complex aftertaste. Dense tannins and lively acidity endure its longevity. Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Colorino. Best from 2028 through 2050. (Oct 2025)"
97 points James Suckling: "A restrained, reductive and transparent wine with aromas of roses, violets, rhubarb and chalky minerality. Supple and medium- to full-bodied on the palate, with elegant, velvety tannins and long, refreshing acidity that’s super juicy and tight in the finish. Tense and polished, with a touch of sternness in the aftertaste. Drinkable now, but best from 2026. (3/12/25)"
96 points Falstaff Guide: "Medium ruby red with garnet-coloured reflections. Blood orange zest, ripe redcurrant, thyme and some saddle leather on the nose. Beautiful interplay between acidity, tannin, fruit and savouriness on the palate. Tightly woven tannins with an invigorating finish. Has ageing potential! (Oct 2025)"
95 points Michaela Morris (Decanter): "Chianti Classico’s first single-vineyard bottling, Il Poggio, has been produced since 1962. It remains an unwavering icon of the region and a tribute to the foresight of Fabrizio Bianchi. The 2020 emerges slowly with struck stone, plum blossom and white pepper aromas. Taut and linear, the palate takes the relay with wild forest strawberry and succulent blood orange. Stony and energised through the core, angular tannins still need to reconcile although this doesn’t suggest the profound ageing potential of the longest-lived vintages. Drinking Window: 2026-2036. (4/6/25)"
| Product SKU | 356086 |
| Producer | Monsanto |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| SubRegion | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Varietal | Sangiovese |
| Designation | Gran Selezione |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 95% Sangiovese and 5% Canaiolo and Colorino |
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