Single Product

Montefalco Sagrantino Passito – Antonelli

23,00

Vintage: 2016 – Size: 0.375 l – Alcohol content: 15% vol.

Grapes are dried on racks for about two months, allowing them to concentrate sugars and develop intense, complex aromas. After drying, the grapes are filled into gravity maceration tanks. Fermentation and maceration take place at a low temperature to best preserve the aromatic characteristics of Sagrantino.

Suggested pairings: Montefalco Sagrantino Passito can be enjoyed on its own as a meditation wine or accompanied by chocolate-based desserts, aged cheeses and elaborate desserts.

Serving temperature: 14-16°C.

The vintages of the wines shown in detail and in the product sheet may be subject to variations. If you want a specific vintage, you can communicate it in the order notes field.
Tags: , , , Brand:

Description

Montefalco Sagrantino Passito Antonelli

Montefalco Sagrantino Passito Antonelli – Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita
Montefalco Sagrantino Passito is a sweet wine obtained through the appassimento method, where the grapes are dried on racks. It represents the traditional version of Sagrantino wine, with its name derived from the Latin word “sacer,” meaning sacred wine consumed during Christian tradition festivities.
Variety: 100% Sagrantino grapes.

Leggi di più

Harvest: The grapes are hand-picked at the end of September, carefully selecting the sunniest and ripest clusters. They are harvested using single-layer crates, ensuring the integrity of the grapes.

Appassimento:

The grapes are dried on racks for approximately two months, allowing them to concentrate sugars and develop intense and complex aromas.

Winemaking:

After the drying process, the grapes are gently placed in fermentation tanks by gravity. Fermentation and maceration take place at low temperatures, preserving the aromatic characteristics of Sagrantino.

Aging: Montefalco Sagrantino Passito ages in large oak barrels for at least one year, acquiring structure and complexity. It further matures in the bottle for an extended period.

Tasting Notes: This wine exhibits an intense ruby red color, tending towards garnet with aging. The nose is rich and complex, with prominent notes of cherry liqueur, wild berry jam, candied citrus peel, and spices. On the palate, it surprises with a sweet entry that gradually gives way to a fresh finish, maintaining the persistence of the aromatic sensations perceived on the nose.
Food Pairings: Montefalco Sagrantino Passito pairs well with red fruit tarts, dry pastries, hazelnut chocolate, and aged cheeses.
Serving Temperature: Recommended serving temperature is 14-16°C.

View all wines of Antonelli

Additional information

Weight1,6 kg
Denominazione

Montefalco Sagrantino Passito DOCG

Prodotto

Dessert wine

Regione

Annata

2016

Reviews

There are no reviews yet.

Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.


Same winery

Layer-456

You may also like…

Carrello0
There are no products in the cart!
Continue shopping
X
Apri chat
1
Montefalco Sagrantino Passito - Antonelli può essere tuo solo per €23,00!
Se avete domande, chiedeteci.
Confermo il mio consenso volontario a ricevere comunicazioni da parte della nostra azienda, comprese newsletter informative e offerte promozionali, in conformità alle condizioni e agli scopi dichiarati nella nostra informativa sulla privacy.