Montefalco Rosso DOC Riserva – 2009
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Introduction
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Embodies the bolder spirit of its little brother Montefalco Rosso, with a similar composition of Sangiovese, Sagrantino and Merlot. The special vineyard sites and location for this wine rival textural and body characteristics of even the best Brunello di Montalcino.
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Vineyard Profile
- Appellation: Montefalco DOC
- Soil: Limstone, clay
- Elevation: 985 feet
- Density: 2,025-2,430 vines/acre
- Training: Spurred cordon
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Vinification
- Barrel Aging: 20 months in French oak barriques
- Bottle Aging: Minimum 6 months
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Technical Information
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Varietal Composition: 70% Sangiovese, 15% Sagrantino, 15% Merlot
First Vintage Produced: 1993
Aging Potential: 10-15 years
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Tasting Notes
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This well-rounded, structured wine is enjoyed best when paired with roasted meats, charcuterie, and aged cheeses. Best served between 64-68°F. – See more at: http://www.arnaldocaprai.it/pagine/montefalco-rosso-riserva-doc-000#sthash.1YzTyHQL.dpufThis well-rounded, structured wine is enjoyed best when paired with roasted meats, charcuterie, and aged cheeses. Best served between 64-68°F. – See more at: http://www.arnaldocaprai.it/pagine/montefalco-rosso-riserva-doc-000#sthash.1YzTyHQL.dpufThis well-rounded, structured wine is enjoyed best when paired with roasted meats, charcuterie, and aged cheeses. Best served between 64-68°F. – See more at: http://www.arnaldocaprai.it/pagine/montefalco-rosso-riserva-doc-000#sthash.1YzTyHQL.dpufThis well-rounded, structured wine is enjoyed best when paired with roasted meats, charcuterie, and aged cheeses. Best served between 64-68°F. – See more at: http://www.arnaldocaprai.it/pagine/montefalco-rosso-riserva-doc-000#sthash.1YzTyHQL.dpufThis well-rounded, structured wine is enjoyed best when paired with roasted meats, charcuterie, and aged cheeses. Best served between 64-68°F. – See more at: http://www.arnaldocaprai.it/pagine/montefalco-rosso-riserva-doc-000#sthash.1YzTyHQL.dpuf
This well-rounded, structured wine is enjoyed best when paired with roasted meats, charcuterie and aged cheeses. Best served between 64-68 F.
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Reviews
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Montefalco Rosso Riserva – 2009 – 91 points – Wine Spectator Online
“Rich base notes of espresso and chalky mineral underscore the flavors of plum sauce, sweet brown bread, dried raspberry, grilled herb and licorice drop in this burly, full-bodied red. The tannins are dense, but this is balanced overall…”