Peggio Petroso

Poggio Petroso – The Soul of Chianti

In the heart of Tuscany, within the historic town of Radda in Chianti, lies Poggio Petroso: an estate that embodies the true soul of Chianti Classico. Radda, once the medieval capital of the Chianti League, is one of the most ancient and prestigious municipalities of the appellation. Nestled among oak, chestnut, and cypress forests at elevations of 400 to 600 meters, this land offers a rare harmony of terroir, climate, and tradition.

The vineyards of Poggio Petroso stretch across the Colle Petroso, where the soil is a complex mix of clay schist (galestro), limestone (alberese), and sandstone. This geological wealth, combined with Radda’s continental climate and significant diurnal temperature shifts, produces Sangiovese wines of structure, elegance, and refined aromatic intensity. Grapes are harvested entirely by hand, with only perfectly ripe clusters selected, ensuring precision and authenticity in every vintage.

Sangiovese is the undisputed protagonist here. Long regarded as the soul of Chianti Classico, it finds in Radda a unique expression: vibrant, refined, and endowed with exceptional aging potential. The first Poggio Petroso harvest dates back to 2008, from estate vineyards already over 25 years old.

For Casa Paladin, Poggio Petroso represents a terroir of immense value – a place where history, nature, and craftsmanship converge, bringing the authentic spirit of Chianti to life in every bottle.