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Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG
A red with great richness in polyphenols. Deep and intense purple-red, with a complex bouquet of red fruit, marasca cherries, black currents and raspberry with a delicate touch of sweet tobacco and cocoa and officinal herbs. The structure is dense yet balanced with rich tannins and great texture, while the fruitiness is supported by fresh acidity and a long-lasting note of jam.
 - grape varietalsSagrantino 100%; double spurred cordon pruning system, harvested in mid-October
- vinificationFermented in stainless steel with skin maceration for 28 days; this is then followed by 12 months in barrique and a further 20 months in the bottle before being released to the market, as per legislation, at 33 months from the harvest. If suitably stored, it has a very long aging potential
- food pairingsDue to its bold tannins it is an excellent compliment to red meat roasts, game, venison, dishes “alla ghiotta” or in civet, sharp and aged cheeses. Serve at 16-18°C (61-64°F) in a large stem glass
- sizes750 ml; 1500 ml
- anecdotesSagrantino is one of Umbria’s native and most ancient varietals with features of great polyphenolic complexity: a wild horse that must be understood and “tamed” by the proper grape-growing practices. Like the other Lungarotti wines it speaks a harmonious and balanced language.
On the label is a view of the Montefalco winery and in the foreground, a falcon, symbol of the area, where traditionally falcon hunting, the great passion of Emperor Frederick II of Swabia, was practiced.
| vintage |
award |
awarded by: |
| 2008 |
Gold Guide |
"3 Super Star" |
| 2007 |
1st place |
“Perfect Wine” competition and best red wine of the show |
| 2007 |
3 Super Stars |
Gold Guide I Vini di Veronelli 2011 |
| 2007 |
3 Bottles |
Wines of Italy 2011 Le Guide de l’Espresso |
| 2006 |
3 Super Stars |
Gold Guide I Vini di Veronelli 2010 |
| 2005 |
3 Super Stars |
Gold Guide I Vini di Veronelli 2009 |
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