Wines from Umbria
This small, landlocked province is perhaps most famous for the unique red wine grapes grown around Montefalco, including the famous DOCG Sagrantino di Montefalco. Perhaps brought from Greece by Byzantine monks, or a native son, it was made as a passito holy wine before being transformed in the 1970s into a modern dry red with perhaps one of the most complex taste structures in the world.
Although the Umbri, Italy's oldest tribe according to Pliny, first settled the region, evidence of the first cultivation of wine in Umbria can be found in the frescoes and implements found in the tombs of the Umbri's conquerors, the Etruscans. Umbria produces small quantities of excellent wine from Sangiovese and Grechetto among its rolling hills, along the tributaries of the great Tiber River.
Grechetto, relatively unknown outside Italy, is gaining popularity as a structured white wine for the particular white pasta sauces and truffles of Umbrian cuisine. Of Greek origins, it is planted throughout central Italy, in particular in Umbria. The grape is resistant to downy mildew which makes it highly suitable for late harvest and vin santo wines. Known for its richness and structure.
Wines of Goretti
The Goretti family is known internationaly for producing award winning wines of excellent quality.
Their estates down the hulls below the gates of ancient Perugia, across hillsides dominated by the
14th century tower which is also the emblem of their wines.
In the center of the Perugian Hills or “Colli Perugini” DOC, the cantina has
passed from father to son and daughter for four generations; Stefano, Gianluca and Sara Goretti
are committed to ensuring that the vineyard continues the ancient traditions of wine making typical of the Umbrian culture,
utilizing typical Umbrian vines (Grechetto, Sagrantino di Montefalco, Sangiovese) combined with
the most current methodology and technology available.
Goretti also offers an innovative line of “Wine Therapy” products, therapeutic creams and balms derived from wine.
Grapes: 100% Grechetto
Vinification: All stainless steel
Aging: All stainless steel
Annual Production: 4,100 cases
Alcohol: 13%
Grechetto Colli Perugini "Perugian Hills" Bianco DOC
The white wine vineyards of “Trebbio” are east-west facing below the gates of the ancient Umbrian hill town of Perugia at 350 meters above sea level. Harvested by hand in September.
The color is bright yellow. Pleasantly fruity and delicate with hints of exotic fruit, ginestra flowers and almonds. The taste is dry, velvety, with a slightly bitter aftertaste. Ideal as an appetizer and with white meat and fish.
Gambero Rosso 2011 2 Glasses ('09)
Gambero Rosso 2010 1 Glass ('08)
Gambero Rosso 2009 2 Glasses ('07)
Gambero Rosso 2008 2 Glasses ('06)
Gambero Rosso 2008 2 Glasses ('05)
Grapes: 100% Grechetto - selected
Vinification: Fermented in new oak barrique
Aging: 4 mos. in new oak barrique
Annual Production: 1,250 cases
Alcohol: 13.5%
Grechetto Umbria Bianco
The “Trebbio” and “Fontanella” vineyards are east-west facing at 330 meters above sea level. The best and most perfect clusters of Grechetto are harvested by hand in the first 15 days of October. The must is fermented in new wood barrels were it is also aged
The color is straw yellow with greenish hues and golden highlights. A Complex and fragrant wine, with a very intense aroma of honey and exotic fruit, penetrating, aromatic, with a long and harmonious finish. Ideal with white meat, grilled fish and pasta dishes, or mature and semi mature cheeses served with jam or honey.
Gambero Rosso 2011 2 Glasses ('09)
Gambero Rosso 2010 2 Glasses ('08)
Gambero Rosso 2009 1 Glass ('07)
Gambero Rosso 2008 2 Glasses ('06)
Grapes: 60% Sangiovese, 30% Merlot, 10% Ciliegiolo - selected
Vinification: Temp controlled maceration on the skins
Aging: 12 months in wood plus 6 months finishing in the bottle. Can be further aged 10 years.
Annual Production: 4,100 casesxxx cases
Alcohol: 14%
"L'Arringatore" Colli Perugini (Perugian Hills) Rosso DOC
The name "L’Arringatore" comes from the famous 1st century BC bronze statue of Aulo Metello discovered in 1566 in the village of Pila, near Perugia. The statue symbolized the end of Etruscan rule after Aulo Metello’s death.
A full bodied wine with intense flavor, with a bouquet of fruits and cherries. Slightly tannic. Excellent with roast and grilled red meat, cheese and dark chocolate
Gambero Rosso 2010 2 Glasses ('06)
Gambero Rosso 2009 2+ Glasses "tre bicchiere" finalist ('05)
Gambero Rosso 2008 2 Glasses ('04)
Gambero Rosso 2008 2 Glasses ('03)
Grapes: 60% Sangiovese, 20% Sagrantino , 20% Merlot - selected
Vinification: Temp controlled maceration on the skins
Aging: 12 months in wood plus 6 months finishing in the bottle. Can be further aged 8-10 years.
Annual Production: 1,600 cases
Alcohol: 13.5%
"Le Mura Saracene" Montefalco Rosso DOC
The vineyards are east-west facing south of the hill town of Montefalco at 400 meters above sea level. Carefully selected grapes are harvested by hand end September beginning October.
A ruby red wine with hints of purple, it has an intense clean aroma of blackberry and violet and a delicate fragrance. Warm, austere and harmonious. Serve with Pasta dishes, especially those with a rich tomato sauce. Spicy chicken, roast and grilled meats and mature cheese.
Gambero Rosso 2010 2 Glasses ('07)
Gambero Rosso 2008 2 Glasses ('05)
Grapes: 100% Sagrantino - selected
Vinification: Temp controlled maceration on the skins
Aging: 18-24 months in wood plus 6 months finishing in the bottle. Can be further aged 15 years.
Annual Production: 3,300 cases
Alcohol: 13.5%
"Le Mura Saracene" Sagrantino DOCG
The vineyards are east-west facing south of the hill town of Montefalco at 400 meters above sea level. Carefully selected grapes are harvested in the first 15 days of October.
A ruby red wine with purple tints turning to garnet if aged. Complex, rich, spicy and well balanced. Structured in the mouth, with tannins but at the same time elegant and pleasing. Recommended with spicy sausages and red meats, roasts and game and with strong cheese.
Gambero Rosso 2010 1 Glass ('05)
Gambero Rosso 2009 2 Glasses ('04)
Gambero Rosso 2008 2 Glasses ('03)