Arnaldo Caprai

Product Name: Montefalco Rosso DOC
Current Vintage: 2006
Wine Type: Dry red wine
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Alcohol: 13%
Country: Italy
Region: Umbria
Sub-Region: Montefalco
Grape(s): 70% Sangiovese, 15% Sagrantino, 15% Merlot
Price (per bottle): $22.99
Availability: Retail Direct by the case
Bottles per case: 12

Accolades:

87 Points - Robert Parker
Gambero Rosso Winery of the Year, 2006

Tasting Notes:

Rich ruby red, brilliant. Sensationally intense, with notes of ripe red fruit and delicate hints of vanilla. Full bodied, rich, dry with a long finish

Vinification:

The vinification process includes fermentation and maceration that varies depending on the vintage. This is generally 10-15 days, with a pumping over performed twice a day in order to extract the suitable colour and aromas from the skins.

Aging:

12 months in large Slavonian Oak barrels; 6 months in bottle

Food Pairings:

Best served with red and white meat, cold cuts and spicy cheeses