sagrantino di montefalco
Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG is a small denomination that includes the vocated lands of the municipality of Montefalco and part of the territory of the municipalities of Bevagna, Castel Ritaldi, Giano dell'Umbria and Gualdo Cattaneo in the province of Perugia. The ampelographic base is set in pure sagrantino, the native red grape variety of the territory.
Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG must undergo an aging period of at least 33 months, of which at least 12 months in oak barrels. It can be released for consumption only after a further refinement period in the bottle of at least 4 months. It is a red wine with great structure, powerful, with an important tannic texture and good aromatic complexity.