2016 La Gaita Del Falco Montefalco Rosso DOC

2016 La Gaita Del Falco Montefalco Rosso DOCMontefalco Rosso is an incredibly rich, red blend unique to Umbria. Winemaker Matteo Basili crafted this full bodied red from 70% Sangiovese, 20% Sagrantino, and 10% Merlot fruit grown in the hillside vineyards around Montefalco. The fruit was hand picked and crushed at the cellar within two hours of harvest. Following temperature controlled maceration below 30C, the wine is finished for 12 months in French oak barrels and bottle aged an additional 6

and white fish

This Montepulciano Riserva pairs well with roasted red meats

Varietal: 100% Prosecco (Glera) grapes

Full bodied with lively acidity with flavors of red fruits

the grapes remained in maceration in steel containers for 20 days with frequent pumping over

The winemaker hand selects the classic Valpolicella varietals -Corvina

pasta in cream sauces and white meats

The vineyard faces the Gulf of Asinara

I recommend pairing this easy drinker with fruit appetizers

This wine is best enjoyed very cold at 45-50F in a large format glass

In the mouth it is balanced

Best served at 55F