Montefalco

We often hear that Umbria is nothing more than a miniature Tuscany. In part it is true, in part the great personality of this territory sets it free from any other area, albeit close and of equal charm, and its wines are recognized for their inimitable and unparalleled power. Montefalco DOC wine represents the Umbrian area in the province of Perugia, including the entire territory of the homonymous town of Montefalco, and some of the most important neighboring municipalities. That of Montefalco is a small area, characterized by hills covered, at the highest points, by ancient and suggestive medieval villages. The slope of the steep slopes is variable, and this creates a variety of microclimates and viticulture conditions. The grapes used to produce Montefalco are Sangiovese and Sagrantino, which has grown only in this area around the world for over four hundred years, and other non-aromatic red grape varieties and undergoes a mandatory ageing of at least 18 months before being placed on the market. It is given the mention Riserva after 30 months, of which at least 12 have been spent in wood. Montefalco stands out for its intensity, body and strong tannins. Its structure allows it to be accompanied by savory first courses, game, roasts and grilled meat, mushrooms and other typical dishes of the Apennine area of central Italy. We have prepared a selection of Montefalco, a must in your Vino.com collection!

Buy the Montefalco

Montefalco DOC is not such a widespread wine, and it is likely that you are so curious that you will not be able to miss it in your next purchase on your trusted online wine shop. It is important to know the wine you are buying, and you should expect a product characterized by an intense ruby red color, which opens on the nose with an intense bouquet and red fruits enriched with spicy notes and hints of vanilla. Buying Montefalco means receiving a powerful and decisive wine, with a strong tannic concentration. These characteristics make it perfect for pairing with roasts and game, meat first courses and aged cheeses. You can buy it, depending on the combination of grapes you prefer, with pure Sagrantino grapes, or blended with Sangiovese grapes, but also with the addition of Merlot for greater softness. The wine is aged in barrique for 12 months and for a further 6 months in the bottle before being placed on the market. Discover with us all the evolutions of the taste of Umbrian viticulture and its wines of character.

Which are the most famous wineries in Montefalco?

Sagrantino di Montefalco is one of the most demanding and powerful Italian wines. The cellars produce immersed in the beauty of the hills of Montefalco, known not by chance as "the terrace of Umbria". There are historic cellars that produce and store delicious nectars, which we offer here, to offer you the best of Umbria. Let's start with Arnaldo Caprai, a leading winery in the production of Sagrantino di Montefalco. The wines of this winery in Montefalco are elegant, refined and endowed with great personality, perfectly representing the identity of the great heritage of culture and tradition preserved in Montefalco over the centuries. Antonelli is the elegant expression of Montefalco, a modern and innovative winery which today boasts 170 hectares in the center of the appellation. A great history behind it, a gaze turned forward, with wines that best express the character of the territory. In order not to be mistaken, you can choose the Cantina Lungarotti, active in the area since the 1960s in Torgiano and Montefalco where not only the great classics of the area are born from the most suitable vineyards, but which has started a production of young wines, of immediate pleasure. . Not wanting to bore you with long descriptions, we recommend that you take a look at the selection we have prepared for you, to immerse yourself in the most authentic wine of Umbria!

What kind of wine is Montefalco rosso?

Rosso di Montefalco DOC is a red wine, structured, of great character and representative of the territory of origin. Umbria is its production region, more precisely the southern part of Perugia, in the suggestive hills known to be places of the Franciscans, to which tradition traces the name of the Sagrantino grape with which the red Montefalco is partly produced: i Franciscans used it as mass wine, using it to celebrate the sacraments. Here the climate is mild, the hills are clayey and the Mediterranean vegetation is rich in olive groves, tobacco plantations and sunflowers which contribute to the scenic beauty of these places. Montefalco Rosso stands out for its high quality standard which is reached, according to the production disciplinary, with a minimum ageing of 18 months. With other ageing times, the “Riserva” type is created, for which at least 30 months of ageing are required, 12 of which in wooden barrels. At the sight it will present a bright ruby tending to garnet, bright colors with ruby reflections will appear in the light, while the nose expresses intense and pronounced notes of undergrowth. We advise you to let it decant so that the bouquet expresses itself at its best. The taste of this wine warms and envelops thanks to its right tannins and good structure and respects the expectations of sight and smell. Are you ready for a unique experience, made of intensity and freshness? You just have to discover your favorite Rosso di Montefalco, on your favorite online wine shop!

Does white Montefalco exist?

The imagination considers central Italy, and in particular regions such as Umbria, lands of great red wines. We will give positive news to white wine lovers, because the Montefalco white version not only exists, but is able to express the strong and ancient character of the hills from which the grapes for its production are born. Montefalco DOC white wine is composed of at least 50% from Grechetto and 25-35% Trebbiano from Tuscany. It is straw yellow, the nose is fruity, delicate and dry on the palate. Top of the category is represented by Montefalco DOC Grechetto Antonelli, coming from the Todi dei Colli Martani area, within the territory of Montefalco. Made from 100% Grechetto grapes harvested at the end of September, it is a fresh wine, elegantly fruity and soft, with a full and fresh taste at the same time. Ideal with seafood appetizers, excellent with rustic pies and soups based on cereals and legumes. To try!