What is Poggio Ferro?

A single-vineyard Sangiovese Grosso 'Cru' from Castello di Montepò, first released in the 2019 vintage as part of a three-wine Cru series alongside Maceone and Fontecanese.

Why is it called Poggio Ferro?

The name means 'iron hill,' referring to the brick-red flysch soils of the south-facing vineyard at 322-345 meters elevation.

What grape is Poggio Ferro made from?

100% Sangiovese Grosso of the estate's proprietary BBS11 clone.

How is Poggio Ferro different from Sassoalloro?

Poggio Ferro is a single-vineyard, micro-zoned Cru bottling with more limited production, while Sassoalloro is the estate's broader flagship blend of BBS11 fruit across multiple plots.

CuvéeMorellino di ScansanoRed

Poggio Ferro

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Castello di Montepò

About Poggio Ferro

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Sangiovese Grosso (BBS11 clone)
Price Range: $215-280; international retail; JPY estimate ¥33,000-43,000 — reference conversion, not confirmed Japan-market pricing
Alcohol: 14.5%

One of three single-vineyard 'Cru' bottlings introduced from the 2019 vintage, alongside Maceone and Fontecanese, following a micro-zoning study of the estate's 55 hectares of vines. Poggio Ferro ('iron hill') takes its name from the brick-red flysch soils of its south-facing plot at 322-345 meters elevation, exposed to the winds that flow down from Montalcino toward the coast. Made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso BBS11 and aged in Stockinger and Taransaud barrels, it shows elegant spicy tones, ripe fruit and a seamless integration of cedar and light toast.

Sommelier's Note

Poggio Ferro is what happens when a family that redefined Brunello turns its micro-zoning obsession loose on a single Maremma hillside.

New to wine?

A serious, single-vineyard collector's wine — best approached after getting to know Sassoalloro and Schidione first.

Food Pairings

An elegant, single-vineyard Sangiovese for roast duck, herb-crusted lamb, or aged Parmigiano — refined rather than rustic.

When to drink it

Special occasions, wine-collector gifting, cellar aging

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Sangiovese Grosso (BBS11 clone) from the single 'Poggio Ferro' vineyard, south-facing, 322-345m elevation, on brick-red flysch soils. Part of the estate's three-wine Cru series (with Maceone and Fontecanese), first released in the 2019 vintage. Aged in a mix of Stockinger and Taransaud barrels.

About the producer

Castello di MontepòThe Maremma estate where the Biondi Santi family still makes wine by hand.Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Poggio Ferro?: A single-vineyard Sangiovese Grosso 'Cru' from Castello di Montepò, first released in the 2019 vintage as part of a three-wine Cru series alongside Maceone and Fontecanese.
Why is it called Poggio Ferro?: The name means 'iron hill,' referring to the brick-red flysch soils of the south-facing vineyard at 322-345 meters elevation.
What grape is Poggio Ferro made from?: 100% Sangiovese Grosso of the estate's proprietary BBS11 clone.
How is Poggio Ferro different from Sassoalloro?: Poggio Ferro is a single-vineyard, micro-zoned Cru bottling with more limited production, while Sassoalloro is the estate's broader flagship blend of BBS11 fruit across multiple plots.

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