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Montefalco DOC (Italy)

Montefalco DOC is a wine from Umbria based on the grape Sangiovese.

Montefalco Flavors

Primary flavors are Wild Berries, with hints of Herbs (Oregano), Flowers (Violets), Spices.

Red Cherry
Red
Cherry
Strawberry
Strawberry
Raspberry
Raspberry
Cranberry
Cranberry
Herbs
Herbs
Violets
Violets
Spices
Spices
Tea
Tea Leaves

Tertiary Flavors from Aging:

Vanilla
Vanilla
Coffee
Coffee
Cinnamon
Cinnamon
Tobacco
Tobacco

Montefalco Profile

BODY:Medium
TANNINS:Medium
FRUIT:Medium
ACIDITY:Medium - High
ALCOHOL:13%-14% ABV
Temperature Serving temperatures:
14-15°C (57-59°F)
Riserva 16-17°C (61°/63°F)

Montefalco Food Pairing

Montefalco pairs well with both Italian and International food.

It loves Rich Pasta Dishes, Tomato Sauces, Stews and Mushroom Sauces.

Pasta
Pasta
Risotto
Risotto
Ham
Ham
Salami
Salumi
Pizza
Pizza
Hamburger
Hamburger
Chicken
Chicken
Turkey
Turkey
Sausages
Sausages
Rabbit
Rabbit
Pork
Pork
Wild Boar
Wild Boar
Lamb
Lamb
Veal
Veal
Deer
Game
Red Meat
Beef

Excellent Pairings

Grilled Vegetables.
Cured Meat. Prosciutto. Salami.
Tomato Sauce. Meat Sauce.
Truffle Sauce. Mushroom Sauce.
Rich Pasta. Rich Risotto. Pasta Cabonara.
Pasta Arrabbiata. Pasta with Truffles.
Rich Pizza. Pizza Picante. Lasagna.
Poultry. Rich Chicken. Turkey. Rabbit.
Hamburger. Sausages. Veal.
Stew. Wild Boar Stew. Ox Tail Stew.
Pork (Herb Grilled).
Lamb. Lamb Chops with Rosemary).
Red Meat. Braises. Roast Beef. Game.

Tuscan Specialities

Ribollita (Hearthy Soup).
Bistecca Fiorentina (Florentine Steak).
Risotto (with Meat or Mushroom Sauce).
Polenta with Black Truffle.
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms.

The Ideal Glass for Montefalco

The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl.

The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance.

The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste.

If You Like Montefalco

You Might Also Like:

Cabernet Franc (France)
Chianti Classico (Italy)
Douro Tinto (Portugal)
GSM Wines (France)
Mencia (Spain)
Merlot (France)
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo (Italy)
Ribera del Duero (Spain)
Sangiovese (Italy)
Tempranillo (Spain)
Tinta de Toro (Spain)

Sangiovese DOC(G) Regions

The Sangiovese wines from Toscana (Tuscany) are world famous.


Montalcino, Toscana

Rosso di Montalcino DOC - 100% Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG - 100% Sangiovese


Montepulciano, Toscana

Rosso di Montepulciano DOC -Min 70% Sangiovese

Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG - Min 70% Sangiovese


Chianti, Toscana

Chianti DOCG - Min 70% Sangiovese

Chianti Classico DOCG - Min 80% Sangiovese


Other Toscana Regions

Montecucco Sangiovese DOCG - 90-100% Sangiovese

Suvereto Sangiovese DOCG - 85-100% Sangiovese

Morellino di Scansano DOCG - 85-100% Sangiovese

Carmignano DOCG - Min 50% Sangiovese


Emilia-Romagna

Sangiovese di Romagna DOC - 100% Sangiovese


Umbria

Montefalco DOC - 60-80% Sangiovese

Torgiano Riserva DOCG - Min 70% Sangiovese


Body Summary

  • Medium Body: Chianti. Sangiovese di Romagna.

  • Medium to Full: Chianti Classico. Rosso di Montalcino. Rosso di Montepulciano. Morellino di Scansano. Montefalco.

  • Full Body: Brunello di Montalcino. Nobile di Montepulciano. Montecucco Sangiovese. Suvereto Sangiovese. Torgiano Riserva. Carmignano.

Wine Region Umbria

Aosta

Climate

Umbria is characterized by rolling hills, valleys, and vineyard-covered landscapes. The region has a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters.

The diverse topography and varied elevations contribute to different microclimates well suitable for grape cultivation.

Soil

The soils vary from clay and sand in the valleys to limestone and marl in the hills.

Black Grapes

White Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon

22% Sangiovese

Sauvignon

17% Trebbiano
13% Grechetto


Red Wines

White Wines

Red Wine

Montefalco
Sangiovese
Sagrantino
Torgiano Riserva

White Wine

Orvieto
Trebbiano
Grechetto
Umbria Bianco

DOCG Wines

Sagrantino Di Montefalco
Torgiano Rosso Riserva

DOC Wines

Amelia DOC
Assisi DOC
Colli Altodiberini DOC
Colli Del Trasimeno DOC
Colli Martani DOC
Colli Perugini DOC
Corbara Lake DOC
Montefalco DOC
Orvieto DOC
Rosso Orvietano DOC
Spolete DOC
Todi DOC
Torgiano DOC

IGT Wines

Allerona IGT
Bettona IGT
Cannara IGT
Narni IGT
Spello IGT
Umbria IGT



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