Decugnano Il Rosso

2011 Umbria Sangiovese, Syrah, Mntepulciano

Global Wine Company Decugnano Il Rosso is a captivating red wine from the picturesque Umbria region, showcasing a harmonious blend of Sangiovese, Syrah, and Montepulciano. With its deep ruby hue, this vintage from 2011 invites you to explore its rich tapestry of flavors. The wine offers a medium body, maintaining a vibrant acidity that enhances its freshness and overall balance. Notes of dark cherry, plum, and ripe berry intertwine gracefully, creating a prominent fruit intensity that makes each sip a delightful experience. The tannins are firm yet approachable, providing structure without overpowering the palate. This wine is beautifully dry, revealing its elegant nature and making it a perfect companion for a variety of culinary delights. Enjoy the complexity and character of Decugnano Il Rosso as it reflects the unique terroir of Umbria.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Vanilla

Blackberry

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Roasted Duck, Braised Lamb Shanks, Braised Pork

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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