Il Rosso

2016 Umbria Red Blend

Anne Santi Il Rosso is a delightful red blend from the beautiful Umbria region, known for its stunning landscapes and rich viticultural heritage. The 2016 vintage showcases a captivating red hue that invites exploration. On the palate, this medium-bodied wine presents a harmonious balance of acidity that adds a refreshing vibrancy, making it incredibly food-friendly. The fruit intensity is pronounced, revealing layers of dark fruit flavors that are complemented by subtle herbal undertones. The tannins are notable yet smooth, providing structure without overwhelming the wine's delicious profile. With its well-integrated characteristics, Anne Santi Il Rosso offers a pleasing experience, perfect for both casual gatherings and elegant dinners.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

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.

Want to discover wines for you?

Take our quiz to see a selection of wines tailored to your tastes.

Take the Quiz