Montefalco Rosso DOC – Scacciadiavoli

Production Area
Montefalco, Umbria

Terroir
Clay, sandy soils

Grapes
Sangiovese 60% , Sagrantino 15% , Merlot 25%

Vinification
Harvesting from around the 15th of September until mid October, followed by storing in barriques and large tanks made from French oak for 12 months

Aging
In French oak for 12 months followed by a minimum of 6 months in the bottle

Colour:

Deep, ruby red, with violet and light garnet hues

Bouquet:

Elegant, persistent, refined and fruity with notes of spice: the nose has aromas of underbrush and red berries

Taste:

Good structure, soft, voluptuous. The tannins and the acidity are well-balanced with a long, fruity finish

Food pairing:

Perfect with soups, pastas, and rice dishes, as well as both poultry and red meat dishes

Alcohol:  14% Vol.

Serving Temperature:  18 °C – 19 °C

Aging Potential:  5 – 10 years