Rosso

2016 Umbria Red Blend

The Andrea Formilli Fendi Rosso, a captivating red blend from the enchanting Umbria region, showcases a deep ruby color that beckons with warmth and intrigue. This 2016 vintage offers a full-bodied experience that envelops the palate, perfectly balanced with vibrant acidity that dances harmoniously alongside sumptuous fruit notes. The wine's fruit intensity is prominent, revealing layers of dark cherries, plums, and hints of currants, which are beautifully complemented by subtle spice and earthy undertones that reflect Umbria's rich terroir. The tannins present are notable yet supple, providing a structured mouthfeel that enhances the wine's overall depth and character. With a dry finish, the Andrea Formilli Fendi Rosso is a delightful choice for those seeking a sophisticated and harmonious dining companion or a delightful glass to savor on its own.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Oak

Blackberry

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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