Etnico Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG 2020

Italy, Umbria, Montefalco, Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG
Bottle
Identity
Producer Cantina Di Filippo
Vol 750 ml
Classification DOCG
Grapes Sagrantino
Color red
Sweetness dry
Tasting
Color Desc Deep garnet red, almost opaque with violet-purple reflections.
Aroma Complex and evolving: ripe black plum, dried fig at opening, then black licorice, bitter chocolate, leather, brown tobacco, dried violet, forest floor notes, and a hint of peppery spice after a short carafe.
Palate Full-bodied, velvety yet powerful; high acidity lifts the wine, firm tannins softened by four years of bottle age, rich fruit core balanced by spice and leather.
Finish Long, persistent finish with black pepper, dark cherry, and licorice lingering on the palate.
Food Pairing Braised red meats (beef, osso buco), game (wild boar, venison, pheasant), herb-roasted lamb, very aged Pecorino or Parmigiano, black truffles, and dark chocolate (>70%).
Serving Temp 18 - 20
Aging Potential 10 to 20 years
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGH
Body (1-5)
HIGH
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
Organic Yes
Biodynamic Yes
ABV % 14.5
Aging Process 33 months minimum including 12 months in oak barrels (DOCG requirement).
Terroir
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Interesting facts
Etnico is the top-range cuvée of Di Filippo, sourced from the oldest vines and the most rigorous parcel selection. The estate has been certified organic since 1994 and biodynamic since 2008, using horse-driven ploughing and a flock of geese for weeding.