Torre Maggiore

2004 Umbria Montepulciano

Fattoria Le Poggette Torre Maggiore is a captivating red wine from the illustrious Umbria region, specifically crafted from the Montepulciano varietal. This vintage from 2004 presents a delightful experience, showcasing a full-bodied profile complemented by a pronounced acidity that invigorates the palate. The wine's fruit intensity is prominent, offering rich flavors of dark cherries and plums, enhancing its overall complexity. The tannins are notable yet smooth, contributing to a structured mouthfeel while maintaining balance. With a beneficial dryness, this wine pairs wonderfully with hearty dishes, making it a superb choice for those seeking an authentic taste of Umbria's winemaking heritage.

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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