2022 Poliziano Per La Giostra

Poliziano is one of the most famous wineries from Montepulciano and is known for its precise and modern style. Under the leadership of the Carletti family, the estate has developed into a benchmark within Tuscany, with wines that combine tradition with innovation. With Per La Giostra, Poliziano consciously chooses an experimental direction, approaching a classic grape like Trebbiano in a completely different way. Only 1,400 bottles of this wine have been produced, and we can offer it exclusively in the Netherlands. You can find more information about this winery in the Winery tab.

Origin and terroir

The 2022 Per La Giostra comes from Tuscany and is classified as IGT Toscana Bianco. The vineyards are situated on silty clay soils with a distinct presence of stones, which provides structure and minerality to the wine. This combination of soil and climate produces a wine that displays both ripeness and tension.

Grapes and vineyard management

The wine is made from 100% Trebbiano, a grape often associated with light and simple wines, but which takes on a completely different expression here. The grapes are harvested by hand and carefully selected to ensure maximum quality. The goal is to give the grape more depth and character than usual, and then you can suddenly produce beautiful white wines, just as Valentini does with Trebbiano, for example.

Vinification and aging

After the harvest, the wine undergoes a six-month maceration on the skins in amphorae. This long skin contact gives the wine structure, color, and aromatic intensity. Subsequently, the wine ages for another twelve months, ensuring further integration and complexity. This approach differs significantly from the classic vinification of Trebbiano and gives the wine its unique character.

Color, smell and taste

The wine has a deep golden yellow color with a light amber tint, typical of the long maceration. On the nose, complex aromas of ripe yellow fruit, spices, and light oxidative notes emerge, complemented by an earthy and mineral undertone. On the palate, the wine is structured and layered, with a firm texture and distinct tension. The finish is long and characterful, with a combination of fruit, spiciness, and minerality.

Style and character

Per La Giostra is not a classic white wine, but a distinct and idiosyncratic interpretation of Trebbiano. The long maceration and aging in amphorae result in a wine with structure and depth, leaning more towards a light orange wine than a fresh white style. At the same time, the wine remains balanced and retains sufficient freshness to stay lively.

Volume

The 2022 vintage is the first production of this wine and marks a new direction within Poliziano's portfolio. The conditions yielded grapes with sufficient ripeness to withstand this intensive vinification, while preserving structure and freshness. The wine clearly has aging potential and will continue to develop in the bottle. Only 1,400 bottles of this wine were produced, and we can offer it exclusively in the Netherlands.

Pick up in Dordrecht?

If available, you will find the official factsheet and additional information about this fine wine in the 'Attachments' tab. We will automatically send these to you upon ordering this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you come to collect the wine, you will often receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you select 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht, almost next to the A16, with ample parking. Click here for our address.