Montefalco Sagrantino is difficult to find in the states, and it’s usually fairly pricey when you can find it, which makes this a very attractive bottle to try out. It’s known for its monstrous tannic structure and rustic savory character, and good examples manage to get bold red fruit to compliment those elements. This bottle from Colpetrone succeeds on all counts, delivering some fall spice and vanilla as well. Give it a long decant, and serve it with the boldest cheese you can stand, or with the most robust red meat dish you make. A great value!
Colpetrone, Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG (Umbria, Italy) 2009
By Rich Cook