Poggio Galardi in Anfora

Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon ripe on a lean, Galestro, limestone soil, organically farmed.

Merlot is hand-picked at the end of August, while we wait the end of September for the perfect ripeness of Cabernet Sauvignon.

After a soft destemming, crushing and pressing, grapes are fermented in stainless-steel vats with pumping over and délestages.
Merlot and Cabernet are then blended and refined first in stainless-steel vats, then in medium toasted oak barrels and terracotta amphora; finally, in the bottle for 12 months.

Intense ruby red, with garnet reflexes after ageing.

The three ageing phases determine notable aromatic fullness. Distinct sensations then blend harmoniously for a perfect balance of aroma and taste.

Wide, well-marked on the nose with clear notes of primary aromas; ripe red fruit taste and a remarkable structure.

Its characteristics unfold best with red meat, game and stewed meats.

When aged, it can be considered a pleasant meditation wine.

Drink within 10 years from harvest, at 18°C.

Since 1935 the Galardi brothers have dedicated themselves to the production of oil and wine on the hills of Fiesole, a few kilometers from Florence, as well as to the construction of mechanical equipment for the production of cereals, wine and oil.

The vineyards and olive groves extend over 17 ha, at 150 m asl. On the lean, marly and calcareous soils the productions are limited in quantity, but of important quality.

Exposure to the sun determines a particularly favorable microclimate and the absence of humidity stagnation minimizes parasitic attacks, favoring a low environmental impact agronomic management, certified organic since 1999, alongside the use of renewable energy sources and the study of packaging materials.
Even today Poggiopiano maintains its family management in agricultural production, as well as in the reception in the Cellar and in the Farmhouse.