Product Description

FROM THE IMPORTER

Wine Description: Sagrantino is a native varietal of Umbria, which, according to some, was brought to the region by Franciscan monks centuries ago. In the last 30 years, Sagrantino has enjoyed resurgence in Umbria. Rich in tannins and polyphenols, Colpetrone takes extensive care in the cultivation of Sagrantino order to produce an elegant, balanced wine. Sagrantino di Montefalco received the DOCG designation in the 1990s.

Tasting Notes: Intense ruby red color. Ample nose of red fruit with spices and a subtle hint of vanilla, dried fruits and chocolate. On the palate it is fresh, well-structured, with concentrated tannins in its youth, featuring a long, velvety finish.

Appellation: Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG
First Vintage: 1995
Varietal: 100% Sagrantino
Viniculture: Stainless steel
Aging: 12 months in French oak barriques
Bottle Aging: 26 months

ABOUT TENUTE DEL CERRO

Còlpetrone winery is part of Tenute del Cerro SpA, the Wine Company of Gruppo Unipol, one the biggest European insurance companies. Tenute del Cerro represents the fulfillment of an ambitious wine project, with a focus on nature and on the best local expressions of agricultural products that are destined to be enjoyed world-wide.

Còlpetrone became a member of the Tenute del Cerro group in 1995 and is situated in the center of Umbria, a stone’s throw from Foligno, Trevi and Bastardo. After a short time, it became one of the key estates in Montefalco, due to its spectacular red wine, Sagrantino di Montefalco. The Sagrantino grape, properly native variety of Montefalco, is one of Italy’s oldest grapes, rich in tannins and polyphenols. As a result, a very careful cultivation process is required in order to enhance power and uniqueness of this wine, while ensuring balance and elegance. Very high quality farming systems are adopted in the vineyards, with yields of 60 quintals per hectare, well below the 80 ones permitted by the regulations.