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Villa Barbi

2012 Umbria Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Merlot

The Global Wine Co Villa Barbi is a captivating red wine hailing from the picturesque Umbria region. In this elegant cuvée, a harmonious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, and Merlot comes together beautifully, showcasing the unique characteristics of each varietal. This wine presents a medium body, harmonizing wonderfully with its refreshing acidity, which adds a delightful brightness to the palate. The fruit intensity is notably prominent, delivering an alluring medley of dark cherries, plums, and hints of ripe berries. On the palate, this wine reveals subtle tannins, providing a soft, velvety mouthfeel without overpowering the fruit-forward experience. The dryness of the wine enhances its food-friendly nature, making it an ideal companion for a variety of dishes. Overall, the Global Wine Co Villa Barbi offers a well-rounded and enjoyable tasting experience that reflects the rich terroir of Umbria.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry, Blackberry, Baking Spice

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Pronounced

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 3

Low High

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Spiciness Spiciness 1

Low High

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Oak Oak 0

Low High

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Barbecued Ribs, Roasted Lamb, Grilled Meats

Region:


Umbria
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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