Arnaldo Caprai 2021 Montefalco Rosso, Umbria, Italy

Arnaldo Caprai 2021 Montefalco Rosso, Umbria, ItalyDirectly to the southeast of Tuscany is the sleepy, beautiful landlocked province of Umbria. Here, Sagrantino and Sangiovese are the backbone of Umbrias red wines. Arnaldo Caprai is one of Umbrias greatest wine estates and this wine is an excellent example of Montefalco. Soaring aromatics highlight the Sangiovese component of this wine with dusty cherry, new leather, dried sage and earthy aromas. The palate is mid weight but full bodied in perception

Directly to the southeast of Tuscany is the sleepy, beautiful landlocked province of Umbria. Here, Sagrantino and Sangiovese are the backbone of Umbria’s red wines.  Arnaldo Caprai is one of Umbria’s greatest wine estates and this wine is an excellent example of Montefalco. Soaring aromatics highlight the Sangiovese component of this wine with dusty cherry, new leather, dried sage and earthy aromas.  The palate is mid-weight but full-bodied in perception due to Sagrantino’s density and tannic structure. The dark fruit, earthy note, acidity and tannic structure are all in balance in this classy red priced for everyday drinking. Enjoy with grilled lamb or beef, hearty stews, pizza, charcuterie and all manner of pork now and over the next  five years. “Bright and fruit-forward with ripe raspberries and cherries as well as sweet spices, chocolate and candied orange peel. Medium- to full-bodied with deep, succulent fruit and firm, tightly packed tannins.” - 92 James Suckling  A lot of wine for the money.