Case Sparse Rosso

2018 Umbria Red Blend

Cantina Conestabile Case Sparse Rosso is a delightful red blend from the picturesque region of Umbria, showcasing the artistry and passion of Italian winemaking. This vibrant 2018 vintage captivates with its deep ruby color, hinting at the richness contained within. The wine offers a medium-bodied experience, beautifully balanced by lively acidity, making it incredibly food-friendly and refreshing. There’s a prominent intensity of dark fruit flavors, such as ripe blackberry and black cherry, which are enveloped in subtle notes of spice and earth. The tannins are soft yet noticeable, providing a pleasant structure that supports the fruit without overwhelming it. Enjoy this charming wine on its own or paired with hearty dishes, and let it transport you to the rolling hills of Umbria.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Earth

Flavor profile:

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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