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Arnaldo-Caprai

Arnaldo-Caprai Riserva Montefalco Rosso

Name: Arnaldo-Caprai Riserva Montefalco Rosso
Brand: Arnaldo-Caprai
Price: 49.99 USD
Rating: 4.25 (0 reviews)

Italy, Umbria

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

4.0

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Arnaldo-Caprai Riserva Montefalco Rosso is a premium red wine produced by Arnaldo-Caprai, a renowned winery located in the Montefalco appellation of Umbria, Italy. The vineyards are situated on the hillsides of Montefalco, where the grapes benefit from the ideal combination of soil, climate, and altitude. The wine is made from a blend of Sangiovese, Sagrantino, and Merlot grapes, which are carefully selected and hand-harvested. The winemaking process involves a long maceration period and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a complex and elegant wine with notes of dark fruit, spice, and leather. This wine is a perfect representation of the Montefalco Rosso appellation and is a must-try for any wine enthusiast.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Arnaldo-Caprai Riserva Montefalco Rosso is a bold, intense and complex Italian red.On the nose, aromas of ripe red fruit, cherries, plums and spices are complemented by a hint of toasted oak and tobacco. On the palate, the wine is powerful and full-bodied, with a firm, yet silky tannic structure and a long, pleasant finish. Rich and intense flavors of dark cherries, plums, tobacco and spices are evident throughout, with a subtle hint of graphite and toast in the background. Overall, this is an impressive wine that is sure to please any red wine enthusiast.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

DRINKING WINDOW

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Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

High

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (2)

Sangiovese

Sagrantino

ORIGINS

Winery: Arnaldo-Caprai

Region: Umbria

Umbria is a wine region located in central Italy, known for its rich history and diverse range of wines. The region is situated between Tuscany to the west and Marche to the east, and is often referred to as the 'green heart of Italy' due to its lush, rolling hills and picturesque landscapes. Umbria has a long history of wine production, dating back to the Etruscan civilization, and today is home to a number of prestigious wine appellations, including Orvieto, Torgiano, and Montefalco.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.0

0 Review