Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG – Scacciadiavoli

Production Area
Montefalco, Umbria

Terroir
Clay, sandy soils

Grapes
Sagrantino 100%

Vinification
Harvesting from the 15th to the end of October after which the must is held in 100L French oak vats for 3 to 4 weeks under controlled temperature under 30°C which is throughout the acholic fermentation process.

Aging
50% in barrels (of which 15% new) 50 % in large tanks made from French oak 24 months. After bottling, the bottles are further aged in our cellar for a minimum of 12 months

Colour:

Intense, with garnet hues

Bouquet:

Complex, elegant, intense fruit, with notes of red berries, red citrus, ripe plums, spices, hints of herbs and leather

Taste:

Good structure, tannic, but balanced with fresh acidity and a long fruity, spicy finish

Food pairing:

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

Alcohol:  15% Vol.

Serving Temperature:  18 °C – 19 °C

Aging Potential:  Can be drunk young but the wine keeps developing for 10 – 15 years