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Located within the Borgo San Felice estate in the Chianti Classico hills, Poggio Rosso is one of Tuscany’s premier Michelin-starred restaurants. Chef Juan Quintero has distinguished himself by blending Colombian influences with Italian culinary rigor, earning both a Michelin Star and a coveted Michelin Green Star. His tasting menus highlight responsible sourcing, precise technique, and layered flavors, elevating the estate’s reputation for fine dining.

About the Chef

Originally from Colombia, Juan Quintero brings a South American sensibility to Italian fine dining without resorting to fusion clichés. He champions sustainability, sourcing ingredients through ethical partnerships, including a Colombian cooperative that provides avocados for his innovative avocado-chocolate dessert. In 2022, Quintero’s vision was recognized with the Michelin Green Star, underscoring his commitment to a cuisine that is both refined and environmentally conscious.

Ambience

Set on the terrace of Borgo San Felice, Poggio Rosso’s dining room merges Tuscan elegance with quiet sophistication. On our visit, outdoor seating under clear skies was paired with live piano accompaniment, creating a serene atmosphere. Service was seamless: Lara, the sommelier, guided pairings with precision, while our server, Errico, provided attentive yet unobtrusive care throughout the evening.

Menu

Poggio Rosso offers three main tasting formats:

• Indelible Traces (5 courses – €185)
  
• Intuitions (8 courses – €220)
  
• Vegetal Chianti (5 courses – €170) – plant-based menu supported by the philanthropic “Orto Felice” garden project

A flexible à la carte option (3 courses for €170) is also available.

What We Ate

We selected the Indelible Traces five-course tasting menu. Standout dishes included:

• Squid carpaccio with smoked passion fruit, snow peas, and sea grapes
  
• Red snapper with Borettane onions, coconut milk, and coffee
  
• Chianti risotto with wild boar, olives, and cypress
  
• Tuscan chicken with marrow, thyme, and chard
  
• Avocado chocolate dessert — a Green Star emblematic dish sourced through Quintero’s Colombian project
  

The meal was paired with a 2015 Vigorello Rosso Toscana IGT from San Felice, which mirrored the progression from bright coastal flavors to the depth of woodland aromas.

Conclusion

Poggio Rosso succeeds in offering a technically grounded, globally influenced dining experience within the heart of Chianti Classico. Chef Quintero’s work exemplifies discipline, sustainability, and precision, while the service team delivers polished coordination. For travelers seeking an elevated, Michelin-starred meal that bridges Tuscan roots with South American flair, Poggio Rosso is an essential stop.