Nero della Greca

2005 Umbria Sangiovese

Cantine Cardeto Nero della Greca, a captivating Sangiovese from the 2005 vintage, showcases the rich winemaking heritage of Umbria. This medium-bodied red wine exhibits a harmonious balance, offering a delightful experience for the palate. With its bright acidity, the wine feels vibrant and refreshing, making it remarkably food-friendly. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing lush notes of cherry and plum, which are elegantly complemented by subtle earthy undertones. Tannins are present yet refined, lending a gentle structure that enhances the wine's overall finesse. This wine is characteristically dry, making it perfect for those who appreciate a nuanced style that pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Cherry

Earth

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

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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