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De' Settesoli

2012 Umbria Red Blend

Tenuta Cova & Grasselli De' Settesoli is an exquisite red blend from the picturesque region of Umbria, showcasing the vibrancy and depth typical of this renowned winegrowing area. The 2012 vintage reveals a beautiful red color that gleams in the glass, inviting you to experience its aromatic complexities. On the palate, it offers a medium-bodied structure, balanced by lively acidity that adds a refreshing vibrance to each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring luscious notes of dark berries complemented by subtle undertones of spice and earthiness. Tannins are notably firm yet rounded, providing an excellent framework that enhances the wine's overall character. This delightful red blend is dry and elegantly crafted, making it a perfect pairing for hearty Italian dishes or a cozy evening by the fireplace.

Tasting notes:


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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