Fermentation on the skins for 15-20 days at temperature
Controlled by 25 -28 °C.
Montefalco Sagrantino D.O.C.G.
| Grape variety | 100% Sagrantino |
|---|---|
| Year of vineyard planting | 1970 1995 2001 |
| Altitude | 400m above sea level |
| Training system | spurred cordon |
| Harvest | early of October |
| Yield per hectare | 45 hl/ha |
| Ageing casks | large oak barrels 25hl at least for 36 months |
| Bottle ageing | at least 6 Months |
Characteristics of wine
Vinification
Characteristics of wine
Organoleptic characteristics
Complex and persistent nose, spicy and floral. It brings to mind blackberries and red fruit jams. In the mouth it is warm, with balanced tannins and a decisive full body. It’s a wine which will evolve impressively in the next 4-8 years.
Characteristics of wine
Serving temperature and food pairing
Serve at 18 – 20°C it goes very well with different kinds of meats, from sapid dishes like red meats to stronger game. It’s excellent with extra mature hard cheeses.
