Contrario Umbria Rosso – Antonelli

Contrario Umbria Rosso Antonelli represents a new way of interpreting the typical grape of Montefalco, cultivated and vinified in a manner that enhances its freshest aromatic characteristics, resulting in a wine that is enjoyable even when young. Leggi di più

Variety: 100% of the typical grape of Montefalco.

Harvest: Manual harvesting of the grapes takes place during the last week of September.

Vinification:
The grapes are gravity-filled into maceration tanks, where they undergo fermentation on the skins for 15-20 days at a controlled temperature of 25°C. The wine undergoes spontaneous clarification without filtration.

Aging:
Contrario Umbria Rosso Antonelli is aged in stainless steel tanks for 18 months, followed by blending and clarification in cement tanks for an additional 3 months. It is then bottled for a minimum of 6 months.

Tasting:

This wine exhibits a deep ruby red color. The nose is rich and intense, characterized by fruity tones with notes of citrus and red fruits, accompanied by subtle hints of aromatic herbs. On the palate, it is elegant and fresh, with a very persistent fruity finish.

Food Pairing:

Contrario Umbria Rosso Antonelli is a versatile wine that pairs well with a variety of dishes. It complements cured meats and cheeses as appetizers, flavorful pasta dishes, legume soups, poultry, and red meats as main courses. It is particularly well-suited for medium-aged cheeses.
Optimal Drinking Period: Contrario Umbria Rosso Antonelli can be enjoyed immediately, but it continues to evolve and improve in the bottle over several years.

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