Sagrantino di Montefalco TENUTA ALZATURA 2015 DOCG TENUTA ALZATURA
| Sommelier score | 90/100 | 2024 |
| Winery | TENUTA ALZATURA - CECCHI |
| Denomination | Montefalco Sagrantino Docg |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Grapes | 100% Sagrantino |
| Alcohol content | 15,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | SI 3537 |
| Winery headquarter | Cecchi - Castellina in Chianti (SI) - Loc. Casina dei Ponti, 56 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Roast meat, mushroom risotto, wild game, Florentina Steak, Sliced beef, Tagliatelle with mushrooms, Hard cheese, spicy cheese |
| Region | Umbria (Italy) |
| Style | Full-bodied and intense |
| Wine list | Sagrantino di Montefalco |
This wine comes from the Cecchi winery and it is part of the Umbrian tradition. Fruit of the skilful vinification of 100% pure Sagrantino grapes. The origin is that of the territory of Montefalco in Umbria. The vinification involves the traditional use in red with prolonged maceration on the skins and controlled temperature. The fermentation lasts 15 days at 27°C. The wine is aged for 16 months in barriques and at least 8 months in the bottle.
Characteristics of this Sagrantino di Montefalco
An intense ruby red color. The perfume has the aroma composed of a refined and complex bouquet, within which hints of blackberry, plum, vanilla, leather and coffee blend harmoniously. The taste on the palate is complex and intense, a wine of great structure.
Suggested food pairings while tasting this Umbrian wine
A red wine from Umbria that pairs perfectly with game, stewed lamb, braised meats and aged cheeses. The optimum serving temperature is 18°C.
