Poggio Argentiera

Giovanni Frascolla

Poggio Argentiera is a relatively young winery in the heart of the Maremma, near the coastal town of Albarese. Here, between the tomato fields and close to a beautiful nature reserve and the Mediterranean Sea, lies the designation of origin Morellino di Scansano. The winery was started in 1997 with 6 hectares of vineyard. In 2001, new buildings were developed to further professionalize. Giovanni Frascolla is currently in charge of the domain. Giovanni is the grandson of Rita Tua and is advised by the much acclaimed oenologist Luca d'Attoma. Of course he is assisted by a team of winemakers, this is the same team as at Tua Rita. The vineyards of Poggio Argentiera lie at sea level and the soil here consists mainly of sand and little clay. There are also vineyards towards Scansano on a hill of about 200 meters altitude. Here the vineyards have more of a rocky character. Poggio Argentiera is fully certified organic and since 2009 the winery has been working according to the rules of organic winegrowing. For the various wines there are different vinification methods. All wines are fermented on stainless steel and since 2009 there is no use of barriques anymore. It is believed that barrique is too "intrusive" for the elegant sangiovese grapes, which the vineyards produce. Website: www.poggioargentiera.com

Giovanni Frascolla

Born and raised on the family estate, Giovanni was brought up on the world of wine. As grandson of Virgilio and Rita Tua he has seen from an early age that making quality wines is something unique. After having worked with his father the last years, Giovanni is now in charge of Poggio Argentiera. Here he strives to bring the wines up to the level of Tua Rita, but at the same time create a style of wine that appeals to many people. Wines meant to be enjoyed uncomplicated.

€21.95

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Ansonica 2022

Aromatic fresh white wine, scented with white flowers, apple and Mediterranean herbs. In the mouth fresh, with citrus, minerality and a balanced acidity. Delicious as an aperitif, also perfect with steamed fish, seafood pasta, sushi, fish carpaccio, grilled fish, swordfish and mussels.

Producent	Appellation	Style
Poggio Argentiera	IGP Toscane	Fresh & fruity
Oak aging	Vineyard management	Format
No	Certified Organic	750 ml

€17.90

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Bellamarsilia 2021

Typical Italian red wine of only sangiovese. Clear red fruit like cherries and a certain spiciness in aroma and taste. The wine has a ripe start and a fine tannin structure. Long aftertaste with again red fruit and tannin.

Producent	Appellation	Style
Poggio Argentiera	Morellino di Scansano	Round & Friendly
Oak aging	Vineyard management	Format
No	Certified Organic	750 ml

€20.45

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Capatosta 2017

Pure expression of sangiovese. The influence of the sea is important in this wine. It is a pure wine with red fruit in aroma and taste. Very accessible wine with fine elegant tannins.

Producent	Appellation	Style
Poggio Argentiera	IGP Toscane	Round & Friendly
Oak aging	Vineyard management	Format
Yes	Certified Organic	750 ml

€22.20

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Capatosta 2019

Pure expression of sangiovese. The influence of the sea is important in this wine. It is a pure wine with red fruit in aroma and taste. Very accessible wine with fine elegant tannins.

Producent	Appellation	Style
Poggio Argentiera	IGP Toscane	Round & Friendly
Oak aging	Vineyard management	Format
Yes	Certified Organic	750 ml

€14.95

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Maremmante 2021

Seductive red wine with clear red fruit and tones of spices in scent and taste. The wine has a soft attack and a fine tannin structure. Long aftertaste with again red fruit and a typical Italian touch.

Producent	Appellation	Style
Poggio Argentiera	IGP Toscane	Powerful & Robust
Oak aging	Vineyard management	Format
Yes	Certified Organic	750 ml

€15.95

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Vermentino 2022

Fresh vermentino scented with citrus, white flowers, apple, sage and rosemary. In the mouth fresh, citrus fruit and a balanced acidity. Delicious aperitif, also perfect with pasta with fish and/or shellfish, grilled fish, mussels and sushi.

Producent	Appellation	Style
Poggio Argentiera	IGP Toscane	Fresh & fruity
Oak aging	Vineyard management	Format
No	Certified Organic	750 ml

Italian Wines

Many serious and extremely special wines are made in Italy. It is perhaps the wine country with the greatest diversity of wines and grapes. From the far north to the heel, wines are made from many diverse, often autochthonous, grape varieties. Wine is part of the country's culture and a meal without wine is unthinkable here. Italian wine regions such as Piemonte, Tuscany, Friuli and Abruzzo are just a few of the unique wine regions that can be found in the country.

Italian red wine

The main grapes for red wine in Italy are Nebbiolo and Sangiovese without wanting to discredit another grape variety. Nebbiolo is the grape variety of Piemonte and great Italian wines such as Barolo and Barbaresco are made from this grape variety. Sangiovese is mainly planted in Tuscany, the Chianti region and Brunello di Montalcino. But not only these two wines, in recent years there has been a lot of attention for the Super-Tuscans. Wines from often international grape varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.

Italian White Wine

White wines are of course made throughout the country, but the most important areas for white wine are Friuli and Alto Adige. Two wine regions in northwestern Italy. Here, Italian wine is made from well-known grape varieties such as Sauvignon, Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay, but also from lesser-known varieties such as Ribolla Giala, Friulano and Riesling. Vermentino is often the basis for white wines from Tuscany, and in Piedmont there are also fine examples of the Chardonnay grape.

Italian sparkling wines

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