Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG Collepiano

Classification: Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG
Variety: 100% Sagrantino
Bottles produced: 80.000
Altitude: 200-300 meters above sea level
Yield per hectare: 5-6 tons
System of growing: Spurred Cordon
Vine density: 6.000 vines per hectare
Aging: 24-26 months in French oak barrique and minimum of 6 months aging in the bottle
Type of soil: Limestone, Clay
Time of harvest: Third week of September First week of October
First vintage produced: 1979
Aging potential: 10-15 years
Serving temp and pairing suggestions: Rich in tannins with an explosion of flavor, this red wine is best understood when enjoyed with a wonderful piece of roasted meat, preferably one with a bit of fat content, game, and aged cheeses. Temperature should not exceed 68°F when served.