Còlpetrone Montefalco Rosso 2015

Montefalco DOC

/ 5 ( reviews)

92pts, James Suckling, 2020
92pts, Vinous.com, 2020

From a leading Umbrian estate in the exciting Montefalco region, comes this gorgeous silky blend of Sangiovese, Sagrantino and Merlot. Barrel aged for a year, this is a serious red with mellow complexity, plus the freshness and silky tannins to age.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Silky, but firm tannins, dusty cherry and plum, liquorice and sage

Aroma

Smoky cherry hints, wild herbs, liquorice, plum

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

More information

Red - Medium to Full Bodied
Sangiovese based blend
Italy
Ruby with a tawny edge

14.0% ABV
10.5 Units
750.00 ml
31 December, 2025

Montefalco lies in central Umbria, a forgotten subregion of Italy that is rising up once more. Sagrantino is its secret grape, lending deep fruit, with hints of herbs and liquorice and firm tannins. For the latter reason, it only makes up 15% of this rich, ageworthy wine. Founded just in 1995, Còlpetrone is a leading estate in Montefalco. Winemaking is under the guidance of one of Italy's most renowned consultants, Riccardo Cotarella. The majority of the wine is dark, cherry filled Sangiovese, with portions of both Merlot and Sagrantino, all traditionally fermented, then long aged in vat. With firm tannins and classic Italian acidity, the wine has aged well. Open early and enjoy with beef ragú with pasta, a hearty lasagne or grilled meats.

"Candied strawberries and caramelized orange peel, hints of ash and red licorice. Full-bodied palate" James Suckling
Critic, 92 points