Winery located in Ruffoli, in the municipality of Greve in Chianti (Tuscany). Founded and relaunched by the Fiore family in 1991, it is known for its Sangiovese-based wines (including Il Carbonaione) and for its estate-produced extra virgin olive oil.
The current Podere Poggio Scalette originated from the restoration of an abandoned property on the Ruffoli hill: Vittorio Fiore and his wife Adriana Assjè di Marcorà acquired the land in the early 1990s, establishing the estate as an independent concern in 1991 and expanding it with subsequent acquisitions in 1996. Over time the Fiore family has enhanced historic vineyards — in particular the cru known as "Il Carbonaione" — restoring the terraced plots to production and developing a range of IGT and Chianti Classico DOCG wines.
Production philosophy
Production focused on expressing the territory: respect for the terraced soils and historic vineyards, with careful work in the vineyard and cellar to produce wines that reflect the altitude and exposure of Ruffoli’s vineyards. The estate states an approach rooted in a passion for the land, the vine and people, with attention to the local terroir.
Terroir and vineyards
The vineyards are located in the Alta Valle della Greve area, between 350 and 550 m above sea level, on terraced slopes characterized by sandy soils with a stony content; the hill of Ruffoli is considered one of the best areas of the Val di Greve for growing vines and olives.
Awards and recognition
Presence and recognition in industry publications and guides. The company publishes a summary of the recognitions it has received over time.
Characteristics
Grape varieties
Sangiovese
Sangiovese di Lamole
Merlot
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon
Petit Verdot
Chardonnay
Trebbiano
Hectares
15.0
Bottles per year
65000
What makes it distinctive
Historic vineyards of the cru "Il Carbonaione" with Sangiovese di Lamole vines of considerable age.
Product range: Il Carbonaione, Chianti Classico, Capogatto, Piantonaia, Chiara Aurora, Richiari and the oil Il Corto.
Terraced vineyards at 350–550 m above sea level with dry-stone walls typical of the area.
Estate production featured in wine guides and specialist magazines.