Il Padrone

2007 Umbria Red Blend

Vintners Select Il Padrone is a captivating red blend from the renowned Umbria region, showcasing the rich tapestry of Italian winemaking tradition. This full-bodied wine boasts an impressive structure, perfectly balanced with high acidity that enlivens the palate and enhances the overall experience. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing a delightful array of dark fruits complemented by subtle undertones of spice and earthiness. Tannins are notably firm, providing a robust framework that ensures this blend can age gracefully. As a dry wine, it invites a variety of food pairings and is an excellent choice for those seeking a sophisticated yet approachable Italian red. With its vintage dating back to 2007, Il Padrone has developed a complexity and elegance that is sure to impress.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Oak

Blackberry

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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