Introduction: Poderi Boscarelli is one of Montepulciano's most respected family estates, founded in 1962 by Egidio Corradi on the alluvial slopes of Cervognano and now guided by third-generation siblings Luca and Nicolò De Ferrari. The Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is the winery's oldest and most emblematic label, representing the heart of their production philosophy: pure terroir expression through Prugnolo Gentile, minimal intervention, and a winemaking approach that prizes elegance and longevity over extraction. The 2021 vintage delivers on that promise with a wine that is at once perfumed, fresh, and genuinely age-worthy.

Terroir: The estate's vineyards sit at approximately 920–985 feet above sea level in Cervognano, on the northeast-facing slopes of Montepulciano toward the Valdichiana, with alluvial and sandy limestone soils rich in skeleton and silt that promote excellent drainage and lend natural minerality to the fruit. Warm breezes from nearby Lake Trasimeno moderate the microclimate, extending ripening and preserving the bright acidity that defines wines from this corner of the appellation. Vineyard density runs approximately 6,500 plants per hectare, with selections sourced from vines at least ten years old planted on red, sandy, mineral soils.

Appearance: Deep ruby with developing garnet hues, showing good clarity and depth in the glass.

Nose: A perfumed and expressive bouquet of wilted violet, lavender, dried strawberry, and ripe cherry opens with notable aromatic lift, followed by nuances of dried herbs, warm spice, tobacco, and a subtle earthy undercurrent. The nose is cool-toned and elegant — unmistakably Sangiovese, unmistakably Montepulciano.

Palate: The palate is fresh and giving, with wild berry fruits, juicy cherry, and crunchy mineral notes sharpened by a tinge of sour citrus that keeps the mid-palate lively and focused. Tannins are present and structured but gently integrated, with the characteristic Prugnolo Gentile acidity providing excellent backbone without austerity. The overall impression is one of balance — complex and serious, yet approachable in its youth.

Finish: Long and resonant, with lingering blackberry, warm spice, and a clean mineral fade that speaks clearly to the limestone and sand of the Cervognano soils. The finish confirms both the wine's present drinkability and its genuine potential in the cellar.

Food Pairings:
🥩 Meat: Bistecca alla Fiorentina, wild boar ragù over pappardelle, or slow-roasted duck with Tuscan herbs
🥦 Vegetarian: Porcini mushroom risotto, eggplant parmigiana, or a truffle and pecorino crostini
🧀 Charcuterie Board: Aged pecorino di Pienza, finocchiona salami, marinated olives, rosemary flatbread, and prosciutto di Parma

Overall Impression: The 2021 growing season in Montepulciano produced wines of notable freshness and aromatic precision, and Boscarelli's Vino Nobile is a textbook expression of the vintage's strengths — perfumed, structured, and built to evolve gracefully. True to the winery's philosophy of traditional winemaking with a clean modern sensibility, this is a wine that rewards patience as much as it satisfies on release. Serve at 61–64°F; drink now through 2030–2033, with the structure to develop further for those willing to cellar it.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 12.5% (verify on bottle)
Farming Practices: Sustainable viticulture; hand harvesting; high-density planting (~6,500 vines/hectare); massale selection for vineyard renewal Producer Name: Poderi Boscarelli
Old World / New World: Old World
Country of Origin: Italy
Region: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG, Tuscany
Grape Varietals: 85% Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile), 15% Colorino, Canaiolo, and Mammolo
Vintage: 2021
Wine Style: Dry Red, medium-full body — Traditional Tuscan Sangiovese Red Winemaking Techniques: Controlled temperature fermentation; prolonged maceration; native yeast fermentation; aged in Slavonian and French large oak casks; minimal fining and filtration
Pack Size: 375ml
Container Style: Glass bottle
Closure Style: Natural cork (verify on bottle)

Sources: Poderi Boscarelli