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RU

2014 Umbria Red Blend

The Viticoltari Broccatelli Galli RU is a captivating red blend from the stunning Umbria region, renowned for its rich winemaking heritage. This wine showcases a vibrant crimson color that draws you in, hinting at the depth of flavor to come. On the palate, it offers a medium-bodied experience, combining delightful fruit intensity with a beautiful balance of acidity that adds liveliness to each sip. The tannins are structured yet approachable, providing a firm backbone that complements the wine's character. With its dry finish, this 2014 vintage is an excellent choice for those seeking a wine that perfectly reflects the artistry of Umbrian viticulture. Enjoy it alongside hearty dishes or during gatherings to truly appreciate its charm and complexity.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

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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