SAGRANTINO 2003
The estate’s 2003 Sagrantino di Montefalco shows a distinctly over-ripe quality, but it is also richer and sweeter than the 2004 and the volume of its fruit helps fill out the wine’s frame nicely. Firm but well integrated tannins give to the wine a very classic taste and despite its ripeness. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2018. The wines typically see extended periods of aging in cask lasting up to 30 months for the Sagrantino. This big powerful wine is essential drinking for drinker who want to learn what Sagrantino is all about. They will offer their greatest pleasure when served alongside fully-flavored dishes that can handle the wines imposing structures.