Poggio Argentiera is owned by agronomist Gianpaolo Paglia, born and bred in Maremma, and English marketing manager Justine Keeling. They bought the 6 hectare estate, situated near the town of Grosetto in southern Tuscany, in 1997 and immediately set about making Morellino di Scansano whilst at the same time planting new vineyards using local varieties such as Alicante. They are assisted in their efforts by winemaker Antonio Camillo and a modern winery and warehouse facility were added in 2002. The vines are grown organically on sandy soils only a few kilometres from the sea and experience a very precise micro-climate including hot temperatures and little rainfall during the growing season. 'Finisterre' is a relatively new release and is a blend of 50% each of Alicante and Syrah and is fermented in small oak barrels for 18 months before spending a further 8 months in the bottle before release. Only 6,000 bottles made so grab it while you can!

A deep ruby in colour. A nose of chocolates, black olives and liquorice. On the palate, complex yet elegant with real power and structure. The finish is lengthy and rich. An opulent, exotic powerhouse of a wine. Drink with peposo (peppery beef stew), lamb and wild mushroom kebabs or pork belly rubbed with fennel seeds and rosemary.