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The estate expanded in 1996 with the purchase of an adjacent property, which included functional cellars and more vineyards, bringing its total size to an impressive 40 hectares, with 15 hectares dedicated to vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Philosophy of Terroir and Heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name \"Poggio Scalette\" itself is a tribute to the landscape, referring to the dry-stone walls that support the terraced vineyards . This unique and prized terroir, composed of limestone, sand, and clay, is the foundation of the estate's exceptional wines. Central to the estate's heritage is the \"Il Carbonaione\" vineyard, which was the first area to be replanted after the phylloxera epidemic and World War I. These pre-phylloxera vines, over 90 years old, are a rare example of the original Sangiovese di Lamole clone, producing grapes of exceptional intensity and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRedefining Modern Elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToday, the estate's legacy is carried forward by Vittorio's sons: Jurij, an oenologist trained in Burgundy, who serves as winemaker, and Alessandro, who oversees commercial activities. This Burgundian influence is clear in Jurij's style, which focuses on producing wines of remarkable precision, fine-grained tannins, and elegant acidity. The portfolio showcases the estate's versatility, with each wine expressing a distinct personality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2023-chianti-classico","title":"2023 Chianti Classico","description":"\u003cp\u003eFermented and aged in cement vats. 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