DOC · since 1981
Montefalco
Wine · PDO · 5 municipalities
Established in 1981, the Montefalco DOC wine denomination spans five Umbrian municipalities, including Bevagna and Castel Ritaldi. What distinguishes this red blend from neighboring wine styles is its specific assembly, mandating a dominant base of at least 60% Sangiovese alongside a minimum of 10% Sagrantino. These strict composition rules shape a ruby red wine featuring typical notes of cherry, raspberry, and blueberry. Under production rules, the standard red wine must undergo a minimum of 18 months of ageing, releasing no earlier than May 1st of the second year post-harvest to achieve its dry, harmonic profile of appropriate body.
Sangiovese 60%2 yrs ageing11.5% vol min110 q/ha maxsource ↗
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The facts
- Colour
- ruby red
- Taste
- dry, harmonious, medium-bodied
- Consortium
- Consorzio Tutela Vini Montefalco →
The producers 0
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Montefalco produced?
- Montefalco is produced in 5 municipalities in Umbria, Italy: Bevagna, Castel Ritaldi, Giano dell'Umbria, Gualdo Cattaneo and more.
- What grape is Montefalco made from?
- Montefalco is made from Sangiovese (min 60%), Sagrantino (min 10%), altri vitigni a bacca rossa non aromatici idonei alla coltivazione in Umbria.
- How long must Montefalco age?
- Montefalco must age at least 18 months according to its disciplinare.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Montefalco?
- The minimum alcohol content of Montefalco is 11.5% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.