Piaggia Toscana Poggio de’Colli 2022 750ml

An enticing whiff of oak spice and dried flowers blows off to reveal depths of pepper rose, raspberry sauce, sage and cocoa as the irresistible 2022 Poggio de Colli slowly blossoms in the glass. This is pure elegance, silky smooth yet lifted and spry, with a tactile mineral tinge perfectly complementing a polished wave of ripe red berry fruits as hints of blood orange embellish the close. It finishes long and staining, with a coating of sweet tannins and a spicy flourish as nuances of licorice and tart black cherries slowly fade. The warmth of the vintage comes through in the 2022’s darker fruit profile; still, its balance is otherworldly.