Caprai

1997 Umbria Red Blend

Direct Imports Caprai is a captivating red blend from the renowned Umbria region, showcasing the rich winemaking heritage of Italy. This vintage, hailing from 1997, presents a deep, inviting red color that hints at its maturity and complexity. On the palate, it reveals a full-bodied experience, balanced by vibrant acidity that enhances its character. The wine boasts prominent fruit intensity, featuring layers of dark cherry and ripe plum, beautifully intertwined with subtle notes of spice and leather. Tannins are notable yet refined, contributing to a structured mouthfeel that invites further exploration. As a dry wine, it displays an elegant finish that lingers delightfully, making it an exceptional choice for both casual gatherings and special occasions.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Plum

Earth

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

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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