Nucleo 1

2018 Umbria Red Blend

The Dinamo Nucleo 1 is an exquisite red blend from the picturesque region of Umbria, beautifully showcasing the charm of its 2018 vintage. This wine presents a deep, vibrant red color that captivates the eye, hinting at the richness within. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, offering a delightful balance of flavors that include dark cherries, plums, and subtle spices, making it incredibly approachable and enjoyable. The acidity is bright and refreshing, adding liveliness to the wine while complementing the fruit intensity, which is prominent yet not overwhelming. With smooth, well-integrated tannins, this blend provides a structured yet elegant mouthfeel that enhances its overall appeal. The Dinamo Nucleo 1 is a dry wine with a delightful finish, making it perfect for a variety of occasions, whether enjoyed alone or paired with a hearty meal.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Plum

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.

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