Colpetrone (Tenute del Cerro)
Sagrantino di Montefalco Sacer 2011
| Denomination | DOCG Montefalco Sagrantino Secco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Umbria (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sagrantino |
| Aging | After racking, the wine is transferred to French oak barriques on fine lees, where it undergoes malolactic fermentation and weekly bâtonnage for 6 months; it remains in wood for a further 6 months and then 12 months in bottle. |
- Identity: Colpetrone Sacer, Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG 2011, Umbria
- Grape variety and alcohol: 100% Sagrantino, 15% ABV
- Harvest: hand-picked with selection based on exposure and soil
- Vinification: maceration at 24-28°C with pumping over; maceration up to 29°C
- Profile: notes of ripe red fruit and leather, present tannins; decant for 2 hours at 18-20°C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Sacer Sagrantino di Montefalco by Colpetrone is a red wine that embodies the authentic soul of Umbria. To the eye, it displays a deep, impenetrable red colour, which anticipates an aromatic bouquet dominated by notes of ripe red fruit and leather. On the palate, it asserts itself decisively, supported by a weave of concentrated tannins that gives it great structure and remarkable ageing potential. To fully appreciate its complexity, it is recommended to decant before tasting. Thanks to its strong identity, it is the ideal companion for roast red meats, game, and mature cheeses, enhancing dishes with rich and intense flavours.
Where it comes from
This red originates from the vineyards of Gualdo Cattaneo, a territory historically suited to the cultivation of Sagrantino. The harvest is carried out entirely by hand, with a rigorous selection of grapes from the best plots, carefully chosen for their exposure and soil characteristics. This meticulous agronomic approach allows Colpetrone to gather healthy, concentrated bunches, capable of transferring all the power of the Montefalco terroir into the glass, offering clean aromas and a solid territorial expression.
How it is produced
Production begins with a temperature-controlled maceration, accompanied by daily pump-overs and délestage to extract the maximum from the raw material. After alcoholic fermentation, the wine is transferred to French oak barrels, where it remains in contact with the fine lees to undergo malolactic fermentation, encouraged by weekly stirring during the first six months. The maturation in wood continues for a total of twelve months, followed by a crucial bottle ageing of one year. This lengthy process allows the wine to achieve its balance and define its refined structural elegance.
History and Curiosities
Originating from Gualdo Cattaneo, the Colpetrone Sacer Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG 2011 enhances the extraordinary power of the prestigious native Umbrian grape variety. The result of the expert work of oenologists Riccardo Cotarella and Emanuele Nardi for Tenute del Cerro, this noble red embodies pure elegance, capable of evolving beautifully over the next 15-25 years. The exceptional 2011 vintage, awarded 92 points by Vinous and 91 by James Suckling, stands out for its marked tannic concentration, making every sip an authentic and memorable sensory experience.
Awards
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2011
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2011
91/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2011
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2011
92/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2011
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
2 hours
- Start up year: 1995
- Oenologist: Riccardo Cotarella, Emanuele Nardi
- Bottles produced: 280.000
- Hectares: 63
Next to Sagrantino we propose Montefalco Rosso and in a few years there will also be a sensational version of Sagrantino Passito, a sweet red wine with along history that has become a true "speciality of the house". In the course of the year 2001 the investments have been increased with the acquisition of other portions of land that border Còlpetrone that will be put into use with the objective to grow steadily in quality. The present 45 acres of vineyard will become, within the year 2005, 111 to grow again to 148 within the year 2007. That makes Còlpetrone one of the more important holdings in Montefalco. Read more
| Name | Colpetrone Sagrantino di Montefalco Sacer 2011 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG |
| Vintage | 2011 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sagrantino |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Umbria |
| Vendor | Colpetrone (Tenute del Cerro) |
| Story | History and Curiosities Originating from Gualdo Cattaneo, the Colpetrone Sacer Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG 2011 enhances the extraordinary power of the prestigious native Umbrian grape variety. The result of the expert work of oenologists Riccardo Cotarella and Emanuele Nardi for Tenute del Cerro, this noble red embodies pure elegance, capable of evolving beautifully over the next 15-25 years. The exceptional 2011 vintage, awarded 92 points by Vinous and 91 by James Suckling, stands out for its marked tannic concentration, making every sip an authentic and memorable sensory experience. |
| Origin | Gualdo Cattaneo (PG) |
| Fermentation temperature | 24-28 °C (up to 29 °C) |
| Production technique | Fermentation with maceration at controlled temperature (24-28 °C) with daily pump-overs and délestage; prolonged maceration up to 29 °C; ageing in French oak barriques with weekly bâtonnage and maturation in bottle. |
| Wine making | Fermentation with maceration at a controlled temperature (24-28 °C) with daily pump-overs and délestage; at the end of the alcoholic fermentation, maceration continues by raising the temperature to 29 °C. |
| Aging | After racking, the wine is transferred to French oak barriques on fine lees, where it undergoes malolactic fermentation and weekly bâtonnage for 6 months; it remains in wood for a further 6 months and then 12 months in bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |