Poggio al Sole
Barberino Tavarnelle
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![Poggio al Sole Chianti Classico DOCG]()
Poggio al Sole Chianti Classico DOCG
This Chianti Classico smells of cherries and dark berries, with some spicy notes too. It has an elegant structure of acidity and tannins, and it's super enjoyable to drink!
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![Poggio al Sole Casasilia Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG]()
Poggio al Sole Casasilia Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG
Casasilia is an elegant, powerful, and spicy Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, with a lovely acidity-tannin structure and a long finish. It's very typical, very classic, and just plain fantastic!
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![Poggio al Sole Ponente Toscana Rosso IGT]()
Poggio al Sole Ponente Toscana Rosso IGT
It's dense and complex, with intense fruit aromas that remind you of blackcurrants and plums, plus balsamic notes that really show off the Chianti terroir. On the palate, it has smooth, noticeable tannins. It's powerful with a long finish.
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![Poggio al Sole Syrah Toscana Rosso IGT]()
Poggio al Sole Syrah Toscana Rosso IGT
Elegant, refined, beautifully structured, with dark fruits and spicy, delicately fragrant aromas. It has a lovely acidity. Simply stunning!
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![Poggio al Sole Trittico Toscana Rosso IGT]()
Poggio al Sole Trittico Toscana Rosso IGT
With its solid structure, juicy and soft tannins, and an elegant finish, this youthful blend of Sangiovese, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon really shines. And there you have it: Il Trittico!
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![Poggio al Sole Primavera Rosato Toscana IGT]()
Poggio al Sole Primavera Rosato Toscana IGT
Fresh, lively, fragrant, and full of joy – that's Primavera, spring in a glass!
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![Poggio al Sole Chiara Bianco Toscana IGT]()
Poggio al Sole Chiara Bianco Toscana IGT
This Chardonnay from Chianti Classico has a lovely fragrance on the nose with an elegant freshness, backed by a delicate creaminess.
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![Poggio al Sole Sangiovese Bianco Toscana IGT]()
Poggio al Sole Sangiovese Bianco Toscana IGT
This white Sangiovese really stands out with its clear, bright lightness and delicate aromas of pears, peaches, and wildflowers. Its lively acidity makes it perfect as an aperitif or with light summer dishes – truly the ideal summer wine.
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![Poggio al Sole Olio Extra Vergine di Oliva]()
Poggio al Sole Olio Extra Vergine di Oliva
This olive oil greets you with a slightly sweet, grassy aroma and hints of artichoke. The taste is mildly sweet, followed by a gentle bitterness. Notes of green almond and a subtle spiciness complete the profile.
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![Poggio al Sole Condimento Balsamico]()
Poggio al Sole Condimento Balsamico
A wonderfully sweet and tangy balsamic, perfect for aged cheese, salads, vegetables, and fruit. If you want more acidity, just mix it with apple cider or white wine vinegar. And of course, it's 100% organic from Poggio al Sole.
Poggio al Sole
“Poggio al Sole” translates to “Hill in the Sun.” And that perfectly describes the winery that proudly bears this lovely name! Poggio al Sole, owned by the Swiss Davaz family, sits at the highest point of a sun-drenched hill right in the unique landscape of Chianti Classico. To be more precise, the estate spans 70 hectares between the towns of Tavarnelle Val di Pesa and Greve in Chianti. Today, Poggio al Sole's vineyards cover 24 hectares of gently rolling hillsides, facing southeast to southwest, all around the estate.
A Winery with History
Johannes, who is both an agronomist and an oenologist (basically, he knows everything about farming and winemaking!), comes from a well-known Swiss winemaking family. And Poggio al Sole itself has a long history: documents in the archives of the nearby Badia a Passignano Abbey show that wine and olives were already being cultivated here way back in the 12th century. In 1990, Kathrin and Johannes bought the winery “following a spontaneous impulse” and have been expanding it ever since. For the past few years, they've been getting great support at both the winery and the agriturismo from their son Valentino and his wife Steffi.
Thinking Outside the Box
Poggio al Sole bottles an average of 100,000 bottles of wine each year, always striving to treat nature and its resources with care. This starts with generating their own electricity from a solar plant and extends to the sustainable management of their vineyards. All their wines have been organically certified since the 2016 vintage. Johannes also shows his innovative and forward-thinking spirit by using his own pruning method: “Albarello modificato.” While typically two or four shoots are left during pruning, Johannes believes that three is the perfect number for the optimal development of the vines and grapes.
Super Modern
Sangiovese grapes grow on 14 of the total 24 hectares of vineyards. But Canaiolo, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay also thrive wonderfully on the Galestro soil, which is typical for Chianti Classico. Johannes has also put a lot of work into the cellar: the "old" cellar was built in 1972. Back then, it processed grapes from about 10 hectares of vineyards. When the vineyards expanded in 2004, the cellar got bigger too. Today, there's a fermentation cellar with steel tanks and an aging cellar with barriques – all super modern. You can even book a tour of the wine cellar with a tasting at Poggio al Sole!
Chianti Classico Casasilia
Poggio al Sole offers eight different wines: five reds, a Rosato called Primavera (made from 100% Sangiovese), and two whites – the Chiara, a pure Chardonnay, and the Sangiovese Bianco, a Blanc de Noir made from Sangiovese grapes. But, as you'd expect, the Chianti Classico takes center stage: 90 percent Sangiovese and 10 percent Canaiolo give this red wine its classic character. A special highlight is the wine called Casasilia, a Chianti Classico Gran Selezione made from 100 percent Sangiovese, which is definitely considered Poggio al Sole's top wine. Interestingly, the name Casasilia harks back to when the winery belonged to the Badia a Passignano Abbey and shared the same name.
Catchy Names, Elegant Wines
The Trittico, Poggio al Sole's 'house wine,' brings together Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Sangiovese grapes – that's where the 'Tri' in the name comes from, pointing to the three grape varieties used. The Syrah IGT, on the other hand, is, as the name suggests, 100 percent Syrah grapes. The range is completed by the Ponente, which is made from equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Sangiovese, all grown on the opposite hill. Plus, Poggio al Sole also produces high-quality olive oil – no surprise there, with around 1,500 shimmering silver-grey olive trees thriving here!
Dream Vacation in Tuscany
A vacation in Tuscany – a dream for many! But it's a dream that can totally come true, thanks to the wineries and their amazing agriturismi – those beautiful, often cozy, accommodations right on the vineyard. Poggio al Sole also has four spacious holiday apartments and a lovingly decorated double room, where you can make your Tuscan holiday dream a reality. From every single apartment and room, you'll enjoy views over the gently rolling vineyards, forests, and valleys that will almost take your breath away.
Panorama Wine Bar
Opened just a few years ago, La Locanda di Poggio al Sole offers a unique chance to enjoy their wines paired with carefully chosen local specialties, all à la carte. From the spacious terrace, guests get breathtaking panoramic views over the picturesque Chianti region and the historic Badia a Passignano monastery, which sits majestically in the distance. La Locanda isn't just a place for great food; it's also a peaceful retreat for anyone who wants to relax in a calm and tranquil setting. Whether you're looking for a leisurely lunch, a quick snack, or a glass of Poggio al Sole wine, La Locanda is the perfect spot for every taste and occasion.
