Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG – Bold Umbrian Red Wine (75cl)
Price range: £27.50 through £313.40
Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Bottle Quantity | 1, 6, 12 |
A Bold Expression of Umbria’s Sagrantino Grape
Experience the depth and character of the Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG 2018, a distinguished red wine from Italy’s renowned Umbria region. Crafted exclusively from the indigenous Sagrantino grape, this wine offers a harmonious balance of rich fruit flavours and refined structure.
Tasting Notes:
- Colour: Deep ruby red with garnet reflections
- Aroma: Aromas of ripe blackberries, dried plums, and sweet spices
- Palate: Full-bodied with firm tannins, balanced acidity, and a lingering finish featuring notes of dark fruit and spice
Serving Suggestions:
- Temperature: Best served at 18–20°C
- Pairings: Complements grilled red meats, game, lamb, and sharp aged cheeses
Product Details:
- Volume: 75cl
- Alcohol Content: Approximately 15%
- Region: Umbria, Italy
- Grape Variety: 100% Sagrantino
- Vinification: Traditional fermentation with careful aging to enhance complexity
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What makes Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG a distinctive Umbrian red wine?
Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG is a powerful red wine from Umbria, crafted exclusively from the indigenous Sagrantino grape. It features a deep ruby colour with garnet hues and unfolds aromas of ripe blackberries, dried plums, and sweet spices, pairing a full-bodied palate with firm tannins and balanced acidity for a refined, lingering finish.
How should I serve this Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG for the best experience?
This wine is best served slightly below typical red wine temperature, around 18–20°C, to reveal its complex aromas and structured tannins. Decanting for about an hour helps soften its bold character and brings forward the rich dark fruit and spicy notes.
Which foods complement the bold profile of Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG?
Given its full body and firm tannins, this wine pairs beautifully with robust dishes like grilled red meats, game such as venison, succulent lamb, and sharp aged cheeses. Its spiced dark fruit character works well alongside rustic Umbrian fare that can match its intensity.
Did you know why Sagrantino is so special to the Montefalco area?
The Sagrantino grape is indigenous to Umbria and Montefalco, with a long history of local cultivation. This variety is prized for its thick skins, which produce tannic, deeply coloured wines that reflect the terroir’s unique mineral-rich soils and microclimate. Over centuries, winemakers here have honed traditional methods to showcase Sagrantino’s full potential, making it a true symbol of Umbrian viticulture.