Antonelli Montefalco Rosso Bio 2023

Antonelli Montefalco Rosso Bio 2021 is a certified organic red from the rolling hills of Umbria, crafted in the classic Montefalco style. Built on a blend of Sangiovese, Montepulciano and the region’s noble grape Sagrantino, it offers both immediate drinkability and the structure to age gracefully. This cuvée sits at the heart of Antonelli San Marco’s philosophy: authentic, terroir-driven wines that capture the soul of Montefalco in an elegant, food-friendly form.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2021 Montefalco Rosso Bio shows a vibrant, medium-deep ruby red with youthful purple highlights at the rim. The nose is inviting and pure, with aromas of fresh red cherries, wild berries and pomegranate, layered with gentle floral tones and hints of dried herbs. Subtle mineral notes, a touch of spice and a whisper of tobacco and cocoa from its time in wood add understated complexity without overwhelming the fruit. On the palate, this is a clear, finely etched, medium- to full-bodied red with juicy, herb-tinged fruit at its core. The Sangiovese brings bright acidity and red-cherry precision, Montepulciano adds supple, dark-fruited depth, while Sagrantino contributes fine, firm, youthful tannins and length. You can expect a dry, savory expression with good concentration, a lightly nutty and delicately toasty nuance from well-judged oak, and a long, fairly firm finish. While already approachable in its youth with a short decant, the structure suggests very good aging potential over the next 6–8 years, gaining more spice, leather and tertiary complexity with time in bottle.

Production
The grapes for Antonelli Montefalco Rosso Bio 2021 come from organically farmed vineyards around Montefalco, where clay-limestone soils and sun-drenched, breezy hillsides give naturally concentrated yet balanced fruit. The estate harvests by hand to ensure strict selection in the vineyard, bringing only perfectly ripe Sangiovese, Montepulciano and Sagrantino to the cellar. Fermentations typically take place in temperature-controlled tanks with gentle extraction to preserve freshness and fine tannins, followed by maturation in large Slavonian oak casks and/or neutral barrels to integrate the varieties and add subtle complexity without overt oak impact. The result is a Montefalco Rosso that clearly speaks of its terroir while remaining precise, refined and thoroughly drinkable.

Food & Serving
This Montefalco Rosso Bio is a natural partner for rustic yet refined Italian cuisine. Think handmade pasta with ragù (wild boar, lamb or beef), grilled or roasted meats, herb-crusted pork loin, game birds, or aged Pecorino and other firm, savory cheeses. It also works beautifully with mushroom dishes, lentil stews from Umbria, and tomato-based casseroles where its acidity and tannins can cut through richness. Serve at 16–18°C (around 60–64°F) in medium-sized red wine glasses. A short decant of 30–45 minutes is recommended in its youth to help the tannins soften and allow the aromatic layers of fruit, spice and herbs to unfold fully.

Producer
Antonelli San Marco is one of Montefalco’s benchmark estates, with roots that stretch back several generations on the gentle hills of Umbria. Long before “organic” became a trend, Antonelli was cultivating its vineyards with a deep respect for the land, and today the entire property is certified organic, reflecting a commitment to sustainable, low-intervention viticulture. The winery has played a key role in the renaissance of Montefalco, helping to elevate Sagrantino and Montefalco Rosso to international recognition through consistently high-quality, terroir-expressive wines. Known for their balance, purity and age-worthiness, Antonelli’s bottlings are regularly praised by critics and wine lovers alike as some of the most authentic expressions of the region.

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