Montefalco-Rosso-2019

Montefalco Rosso, 2019

Winery:

Arnaldo Caprai

Nose: Sensationally intense, with notes of wild flowers, violet and red berry jam. Palate: Full bodied, rich, dry with a long finish and delicate hint of spice.

Region:

Italy, Umbria

Ratings/Score/Awards:

N/A

Varietal Composition:

Red Blend (70% Sangiovese, 15% Sagrantino, 15% Merlot)

Fun Facts:

Started in 1971 by textiles entrepreneur Arnaldo Caprai when he purchased 12.5 acres in Montefalco. In 1988, management passed on to Arnaldo’s son, Marco, who launched a project to cultivate and promote Sagrantino, the native grape of Montefalco. Sustainable farming practices.

Technical Data:

Fermentation Mode:

15 days in stainless-steel; indigenous yeast

Malolactic Fermentation:

Yes

Maturation Mode & Time:

12 months in French oak barriques; minimum 6 months aging in bottle.