2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
pH 3.68
Total Acidity 4.79 g/L
Grape Varieties 70% Sangiovese, 15% Sagrantino, 15% Merlot
Classification Montefalco Rosso DOC
Region Montefalco
Soil Limestone and clay
Orientation Eastern Exposure
Vine Age 25
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Maceration 15 days
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Vine density was 5,500 vines per hectare. Fermentation lasted 15 days in stainless steel, followed by 15 days of maceration. Maturation comprised 12 months in French oak and a minimum of 4 months in bottle. Residual sugar was below 1 g/L.
Tasting Notes Ripe raspberry, cherry, wild red flowers and light peppery spice; dry and fresh, with fine fruit-driven tannins.
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2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 15.0%
Residual Sugar 1 g/L
pH 3.64
Total Acidity 4.93 g/L
Calories (estimated) 125 kcal / glass
150ml glass125 kcal
750ml bottle625 kcal
Grape Varieties 70% Sangiovese, 15% Merlot, 15% Sagrantino
Classification Montefalco Rosso DOC
Region Montefalco
Fermentation Vessels French oak barriques used for maturation
Oak Types French oak
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Vegetarian Yes
Closure Diam
Production Details Spurred-cordon vineyards had 5,000–6,000 vines per hectare and a yield of 9–10 tonnes per hectare. The wine matured for 12 months in French oak barriques and for a minimum of 4 months in bottle.
Tasting Notes Small red woodland fruits, dark flowers, light herbaceousness and pepper; dry and fresh, with softness balancing the tannins.
Food Pairing Red or white meat, charcuterie and aged cheeses; it may also be enjoyed by itself.
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2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
pH 3.68
Total Acidity 5.65 g/L
Grape Varieties 70% Sangiovese, 15% Sagrantino, 15% Merlot
Classification Montefalco Rosso DOC
Region Montefalco
Soil Limestone and clay
Orientation Eastern Exposure
Harvest Dates Sangiovese at the end of September; Sagrantino in the first week of October
Vine Age 25
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Malolactic Fermentation 100%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details The vineyard occupied 25 hectares on rolling hills at 650–985 feet above sea level, with 5,500 vines per hectare. Fermentation lasted 15 days in stainless steel with indigenous yeast and complete malolactic fermentation. Maturation comprised 12 months in French oak barriques and a minimum of 6 months in bottle. Residual sugar was below 1 g/L.
Tasting Notes Wild flowers, violet and red-berry jam; full-bodied, rich and dry, with a long finish and delicate spice.
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2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
pH 3.69
Total Acidity 5.21 g/L
Grape Varieties 70% Sangiovese, 15% Sagrantino, 15% Merlot
Classification Montefalco Rosso DOC
Region Montefalco
Soil Limestone and clay
Orientation Eastern Exposure
Harvest Dates Sangiovese at the end of September; Sagrantino in the first week of October
Vine Age 25
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Malolactic Fermentation 100%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details The vineyard occupied 25 hectares on rolling hills at 650–985 feet above sea level, with 5,500 vines per hectare. Fermentation lasted 15 days in stainless steel with indigenous yeast and complete malolactic fermentation. Maturation comprised 12 months in French oak barriques and a minimum of 6 months in bottle. Residual sugar was below 1 g/L.
Tasting Notes Wild flowers, violet and red-berry jam; full-bodied, rich and dry, with a long finish and delicate spice.
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2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
pH 3.64
Total Acidity 4.93 g/L
Grape Varieties 70% Sangiovese, 15% Sagrantino, 15% Merlot
Drinking Window 6–8 years aging potential
Classification Montefalco Rosso DOC
Region Montefalco
Soil Limestone and clay
Orientation Eastern Exposure
Harvest Dates Sangiovese at the end of September; Sagrantino in the first week of October
Vine Age 25
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Malolactic Fermentation 100%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details The vineyard occupied 25 hectares on rolling hills at 650–985 feet above sea level, with 5,500 vines per hectare. Fermentation lasted 15 days in stainless steel with indigenous yeast and complete malolactic fermentation. Maturation comprised 12 months in French oak barriques and a minimum of 6 months in bottle.
Tasting Notes Wild flowers, violet and red-berry jam; full-bodied, rich and dry, with a long finish and delicate spice.
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