Foglia 11

2012 Umbria Red Blend

Calcabrina Foglia 11 is a captivating red blend from the picturesque Umbria region, showcasing the timeless charm of the 2012 vintage. This wine presents a deep ruby hue that invites you to savor its rich character. On the palate, it boasts a medium body complemented by a vibrant acidity that elevates the overall experience, creating a delightful mouthwatering sensation. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering luscious notes of dark cherry and plum that harmonize beautifully with subtle hints of spice and earth. Tannins are notable yet refined, adding an elegant structure that supports the wine's fruit-forward style. With a pleasing dryness, Calcabrina Foglia 11 is a charming companion to various cuisines and delightful for enjoying on its own.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

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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