Montemelino Red

2010 Umbria Sangiovese, Gamay Noir

Montemelino Red is a delightful blend of Sangiovese and Gamay Noir, hailing from the picturesque region of Umbria. This wine showcases a vibrant red color, inviting you to explore its aromatic profile. On the nose, it opens up with enticing scents of ripe cherry and subtle spices, offering a glimpse into its rich character. The palate is beautifully balanced, featuring a smooth medium-bodied mouthfeel that is complemented by bright acidity. Fruit intensity is prominent, with flavors of blackberries and red plums mingling harmoniously, while the tannins provide a gentle structure that enhances the overall experience. This well-crafted wine is dry, making it a versatile companion for a variety of dishes or simply for enjoying on its own.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Plum

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Char-grilled Lamb Chops with Fig Sauce, Herb Chicken, Pasta with Mint and Peas

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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