Rio Dello Spineto

2021 Umbria Sangiovese

Lumiluna Rio Dello Spineto is a delightful Sangiovese from the renowned Umbria region, showcasing the vibrant character typical of this varietal. This red wine captivates with a medium body, gracefully balancing its structure and lush flavors. Its acidity is bright and uplifting, enhancing the overall freshness of the wine. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring notes of ripe cherries and plums, rounded out by subtle hints of earthy undertones. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth mouthfeel that invites another sip. Crafted with care, this wine is off-dry, making it incredibly food-friendly and versatile for various dining experiences.

Tasting notes:

Cherry

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

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

Pairs well with:

Pasta with Tomato-Based Sauce, Beef Bolognese, Ossobuco

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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