Montefalco Rosso

Variety

As per the product specification: 'Sangiovese from 60% to 80%, Sagrantino from 10 to 25%. Non-aromatic red grapes from other vines suitable for cultivation within the Umbria region may also be used to produce this wine'.

Aroma

wild flowers, red fruits and a touch of nutmeg

Taste

in the mouth enters dry, fresh, just the right amount of softness as opposed to tannins

Refinement

12 months in French oak barrels, at least 4 months in bottle

Aging potential

6-8 years

First vintage produced

1975

Pairings

hors d'oeuvres of cured meats and medium mature cheeses, succulent first courses and roasts of white and red meats. Serve at 18 °C

Cultivation techniques

Spurred cordon with a planting density of 5,000-6,000 plants Ha. Yield per hectare 90-100 q

Format L

0,375 / 0,75 / 1,5