Paolo Bea
Paolo Bea Montefalco Sagrantino Passito
4.5
Expert Rating
4.3
Sometimes Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Paolo Bea Montefalco Sagrantino Passito is a luxurious Italian wine that exemplifies the art of winemaking. Produced by Paolo Bea, the natural wine master of Umbria, Italy, this wine comes from the Montefalco appellation known for its outstanding Sagrantino grapes. The vineyard features organic and biodynamic farming practices, ensuring a harmonious relationship with nature. The winemaking process involves meticulous hand-harvesting and air-drying of the grapes, resulting in a luscious and concentrated passito wine with rich flavors of dark fruits, chocolate, and spices. With a bold and opulent style, this wine is a true masterpiece that captivates the senses and is perfect for special occasions and collectors alike.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Paolo Bea Montefalco Sagrantino Passito is a wine of exceptional complexity and opulence.Its aromatic nose reveals dried fruits, spices, and floral undertones. On the palate, the wine's rich and velvety texture showcases flavors of persimmon, blackberries, dried figs, dark chocolate, and leather, with a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. The wine's complexity is a testament to Paolo Bea's winemaking expertise, and its long and lingering finish leaves a lasting impression. This remarkable passito wine is a masterpiece that captivates the senses, making it a true gem for collectors and wine connoisseurs alike.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2070
Profile
Sweetness:
Luscious
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sagrantino
ORIGINS
Winery: Paolo Bea
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
4.3
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