Bolgheri Rosso 'Volpolo' Magnum Podere Sapaio 2024

The Bolgheri Rosso “Volpolo” is truly a pleasant surprise. Indeed, because in this area of Maremma it is difficult to establish the names of historic labels, but Podere Sapaio, a winery born at the end of the millennium in 1999, is doing everything it can to insert itself into the elite of Bolgheri wines, also thanks to the work done by Carlo Ferrini, an internationally renowned oenologist who supervises the production. We are facing an award-winning label, with a harmonious character and good longevity, which impresses with its elegance and drinkability. It deserves much more than just a tasting: well done!

This “Volpolo” Bolgheri Rosso originates from a blend with an international profile, where Cabernet Sauvignon plays the leading role, as it is indeed found in the final blend with 70%, accompanied by equal percentages of Merlot and Petit Verdot. After the harvest, which is strictly manual, the bunches are brought in crates to the Podere Sapaio winery facilities designated for winemaking, to be destemmed. The must obtained from the pressing of the grapes ferments at controlled temperature in steel tanks, macerating for a long time on the skins. The maturation, which has a total duration of 14 months, takes place both in barriques and in French tonneaux.

The Bolgheri Rosso “Volpolo” presents itself visually with the classic ruby color. On the nose, sensations reminiscent of small forest fruits are perceived, enriched by spicier notes that peek through at the finish. On the palate, it is full-bodied, broad, and enveloping, with a sip from which savory and fresh veins emerge, making the drinking experience a true pleasure. A label with which the Podere Sapaio winery, one of the most interesting production realities in Bolgheri that has emerged in the last twenty years, reconciles the main national and international sector critics.