Terra Di Confine

2011 Umbria Montepulciano (80%), Merlot (20%)

Vitalonga Terra Di Confine is a captivating red wine from the picturesque Umbria region, showcasing a delightful blend of eighty percent Montepulciano and twenty percent Merlot. This vintage 2011 beauty exhibits a deep ruby color, hinting at its rich character. On the palate, it presents a medium-bodied profile, with a vibrant acidity that enhances its structure and liveliness. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring luscious dark fruit notes complemented by subtle hints of spice and earthiness. Its tannins are firm yet delightful, providing a solid backbone that beautifully supports the wine's expressive flavors. As a dry wine, it offers a well-balanced experience, making it an excellent choice for various food pairings, from hearty pasta dishes to grilled meats.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Plum

Baking Spice

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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