Poggio Anima Pecorino 2024

Ever tired pecorino? You have to give it a go. The ultimate summer drinking. Bright and mineral with lifted citrus blossom, lemon oil and stone fruit with a quietly comple nose. Notes of lemon zest, white peach and green apple are underpinned by subtle floral and herbal nuances. There’s a salty, mineral thread through the palate, balanced by subtle texture and a clean, refreshing finish. Pecorino shows its classic combination of tension and texture here, while a gentle phenolic grip adds structure and length. A brilliant match for seafood.

Poggio Anima is a collaborative project born from two genuine wine obsessives: Riccardo Campinoti of Le Ragnaie in Montalcino and his long-time U.S. importer, Ronnie Sanders of Vine Street Imports. Rather than building another estate from scratch, the idea was simple and transparent—work with cool, interesting vineyards and trusted growers to make wines that honestly express grape and place.

These are not bulk blends or anonymous négociant bottlings. Each wine comes from long-standing relationships with growers who farm exceptional sites across Italy, with Riccardo guiding the winemaking to ensure clarity, character and authenticity. The result is a range of thoughtful, site-driven wines that offer a genuine sense of origin, without the pretence.