Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG - 2017

A Sagrantino expression that channels the brooding intensity of Umbria’s signature grape with aromatic complexity and spicy depth. It draws robust red-fruit power from vines up to 70 years old, while 37 months of aging evoke intricate notes of spice, tobacco, and leather. Crafted in tiny quantities, it’s a rich, refined bottling that shines alongside red meat dishes. Tasting notes. Color: Intense, brilliant ruby red with purple reflections. in older vintages, a ruby red tending to amber. Bouquet: intense and enveloping, soft red fruits(blackberry,sweet cherry,dry prunes), hints of leather, tobacco and liquorice, spicy ( pepper) and balsamic notes. Palate: dry, robust, persistent, powerful refined tannins Food pairing: red meat, game,aged and medium-aged cheese. Serving temperature: 16° - 18°C.

{"id":7380884062391,"title":"Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG - 2017","handle":"sagrantino-di-montefalco-docg-2017","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Sagrantino expression that channels the brooding intensity of Umbria’s signature grape with aromatic complexity and spicy depth. It draws robust red-fruit power from vines up to 70 years old, while 37 months of aging evoke intricate notes of spice, tobacco, and leather. Crafted in tiny quantities, it’s a rich, refined bottling that shines alongside red meat dishes.  Tasting notes. Color: Intense, brilliant  ruby red with purple reflections. in older vintages, a ruby red tending to amber. Bouquet:  intense and enveloping,  soft red fruits(blackberry,sweet cherry,dry prunes), hints of leather, tobacco and liquorice, spicy ( pepper) and balsamic notes. Palate: dry, robust, persistent, powerful refined tannins  Food pairing:  red meat, game,aged and medium-aged cheese. Serving temperature: 16° - 18°C.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2023-10-18T05:04:08-04:00","created_at":"2023-10-18T05:04:08-04:00","vendor":"Fattoria Milziade Antano","type":"Still Wine","tags":["Milziade Antano"],"price":0,"price_min":0,"price_max":0,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":41969594204343,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"IT323-17","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG - 2017","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":0,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/www.tedwardwines.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/milziadesagrantino.png?v=1706197691"],"featured_image":"\/\/www.tedwardwines.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/milziadesagrantino.png?v=1706197691","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":26876689121463,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"width":1000,"src":"\/\/www.tedwardwines.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/milziadesagrantino.png?v=1706197691"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.tedwardwines.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/milziadesagrantino.png?v=1706197691","width":1000}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003eA Sagrantino expression that channels the brooding intensity of Umbria’s signature grape with aromatic complexity and spicy depth. It draws robust red-fruit power from vines up to 70 years old, while 37 months of aging evoke intricate notes of spice, tobacco, and leather. Crafted in tiny quantities, it’s a rich, refined bottling that shines alongside red meat dishes.  Tasting notes. Color: Intense, brilliant  ruby red with purple reflections. in older vintages, a ruby red tending to amber. Bouquet:  intense and enveloping,  soft red fruits(blackberry,sweet cherry,dry prunes), hints of leather, tobacco and liquorice, spicy ( pepper) and balsamic notes. Palate: dry, robust, persistent, powerful refined tannins  Food pairing:  red meat, game,aged and medium-aged cheese. Serving temperature: 16° - 18°C.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Brand: Milziade Antano
Region:Umbria
Sub-Region:Perugia
Commune/Village:Bevagna
Varietal:Sagrantino
Color:Red
Alcohol:15.5%
Size:750ml

Show More Less Information

Country:Italy
How much so2 added:20-30 mg/L
Climate:The vineyards are characterized by a mild climate, with good and constant ventilation, which protects the vineyards from parasitic diseases. Sunshine is present both in the morning and in the afternoon. The sun exposure guarantees a good ripening of grapes and tannins, granting unmistakable elegance to the wines.
Harvest Technique:Hand harvested
Soil:clay soils
Vine Age (year planted):1952-1992
Fermentation:The grapes macerate on the skins for 30 days before fermentation takes place in stainless steel without temperature control. The alcoholic and malolactic fermentations are spontaneous and use only native yeasts.
Elevage:Ageing: 37 months, of which 18-24 are in large oak casks and 4-6 in the bottle. Our barrels are Slavonian oak, produced in Italy. We do not use French woods. The barrels used are tonneau (550L) and large barrels (2000L).
Filtration:No
Fining:No
Scores:This wine has won lots of important prizes (3 Bicchieri Gambero Rosso, 5 Grappoli, 94 points Robert Parker wine Advocate).
Producer Website:https://www.fattoriacolleallodole.it
Total Production:85 cases
Sustainable Certificates:Milziade Antano Fattoria Colleallodole eschews the use of pesticides and herbicides in the vineyards, and practices organic farming methods. Though the estate is not certified organic, they rely completely on organic fertilizers, primarily manure produced by the cows bred on the estate.
Sustainable Practice:Yes