2023 Il Seggio Bolgheri, Poggio al Tesoro

• Style: Bordeaux Blend Red
• Taste: Silky tannins, layered red fruit, mineral and spice
• Food: Grilled steak, game, braised lamb, aged cheese
• Occasion: Sunday lunch, date night
• Serve: 16–18°C, decant 30 mins

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

Bright ruby opening with layered aromas: red berries evolving into dark fruit, then mineral and spice as it breathes. Silky tannins deliver polish, yet real backbone lurks beneath. Lively acidity keeps it fresh and food-friendly, built to age gracefully over the next decade.

The Winery — Poggio al Tesoro

The Allegrini family's 70-hectare coastal Tuscany estate, acquired in 2002, commands prime terroir in Bolgheri. Le Sondraie, their flagship vineyard planted with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, sits alongside legendary neighbours. The 2023 vintage benefited from mild early conditions and spring rain, followed by measured summer heat that ripened fruit fully while maintaining moderate sugar — the hallmark of power without excess. Fifteen months in mostly older French oak shaped texture without masking the wine's character.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

Il Seggio shines alongside grilled steak, braised lamb, roasted game and venison, or with aged hard cheeses such as Gouda and Parmesan. Whether you're building a Sunday lunch around slow-roasted beef or planning a date night centred on something special, this refined yet hungry red delivers. Explore our broader collection of Italy to discover how regional styles evolve, or compare Merlot across terroirs and blends. Tuscany holds many fine reds; Il Seggio stands confidently among them. Vegetarian and vegan-friendly.