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Annibale 217 A.C.

2004 Umbria 40% Sangiovese, 30% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon

Mezzetti Annibale 217 A.C. is a captivating red wine that hails from the picturesque region of Umbria, showcasing the unique characteristics of its 2004 vintage. This expressive blend features a harmonious combination of forty percent Sangiovese, thirty percent Merlot, and thirty percent Cabernet Sauvignon, creating a wine that is both engaging and complex. The color is a deep ruby, reflecting its rich, red-fruit profile that exudes notes of ripe cherries and blackberries, complemented by subtle hints of oak and earthiness. With a smooth, well-rounded mouthfeel, this wine displays a medium body and balanced acidity, making it approachable yet elegant. The tannins are present but refined, allowing for a delightful structure that supports the vibrant fruit intensity while finishing with a sense of warmth and depth. Perfect for pairing with hearty dishes, Mezzetti Annibale is a true celebration of Umbrian winemaking.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry, Baking Spice, Leather

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Acidity Pronounced

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 3

Low High

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Spiciness Spiciness 1

Low High

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Oak Oak 0

Low High

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Umbria
Umbria

While not as famous as Piedmont or Tuscany, Umbria offers some exceptional wines for the intrepid explorer. The "green heart of Italy," Umbria is the only region in Italy that neither borders the sea nor another country. Among its ruggedly beautiful hillsides and forests are 13 wine-producing areas, growing a wealth of grape varieties. Most common is Sangiovese, which is sometimes blended with Umbria's unique red grape, Sagrantino. This grape is responsible for some incredibly dense and tannic wines. But Umbria is probably best understood through its zesty dry whites, especially Orvieto, a blend of Grechetto and Trebbiano that is typically unoaked and bursting with complex fruity flavor. The IGP (Indicazione Geografica Protetta) classification within Italy's winegrowing and winemaking world specifically links the place or region where the fruit was grown to the quality of the finished product. It is the broadest of the classifications within the country's system.

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