Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG 2019 Villa da Filicaja

What kind of wine is it

Montefalco Sagrantino by Villa da Filicaja is a red wine produced in Umbria, made exclusively from the Sagrantino grape variety. This red stands out for its structured, powerful, and bold profile, characterized by a marked tannic concentration. The long maturation process helps define an intense and deep wine. The result is a full and complex style, offering an ideal experience to accompany flavorful cuisine and to enhance meat-based dishes.

Where does it come from

This wine is born in Montefalco, in the heart of Umbria, an area historically devoted to viticulture and closely linked to the renowned Montefalco Sagrantino denomination. The production directly expresses a hilly region of central Italy, whose geographical and climatic features profoundly impact the vine's character. Working purely with the local grape allows the authentic identity of the area to shine, highlighting the more structured and territorial nuances that make this Umbrian red extremely recognizable.

How is it made

Production begins with grapes harvested entirely by hand, an agricultural choice that ensures careful selection of the fruit during harvest. The wine matures in barriques for twelve months, a fundamental step that provides great integration and definition to the liquid texture. Afterwards, a brief period in stainless steel tanks follows to harmonize the wine before bottling. The process ends with a lengthy bottle aging of an additional twenty-six months, essential for consolidating the final balance.

Tasting notes

To the eye, it reveals a brilliant ruby red color, deep and dense. The aroma opens with an intense and concentrated bouquet, dominated by pronounced red fruit scents intertwined with spicy notes and enveloping vanilla nuances. On the palate, the entry is pleasantly powerful, imposing with a full structure, led by a dense tannic texture typical of the grape. The tasting closes with a long, consistent finish that echoes the spicy notes perceived on the nose, maintaining great solidity and precision.

Food pairings

This red matches effortlessly with roasts and game, as its robust structure and dense tannins perfectly complement the succulence of meats. Its enveloping taste profile is ideal for elevating rich and hearty first courses, as well as a careful selection of aged cheeses. More locally, it beautifully accompanies regional dishes like intense meat sauces, a pairing that creates a precise synergy between the savoriness of the recipe and the wine’s sweet spices.

When to serve it

It's the perfect choice for occasions that demand a bottle of strong character, capable of offering a pronounced tannic presence throughout the meal. It is especially well-suited to highlight important lunches and dinners where bold flavors are the main event. Its long and meticulous maturation process calls for careful service: it is recommended to pour and allow sufficient time for proper aeration in the glass, so that its full aromatic spectrum can unfold.