COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Sagrantino
PRODUCER
Scacciadiavoli
REGION
Umbria
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Montefalco Sagrantino 2016 from Scacciadiavoli is a 100% Sagrantino wine from the Montefalco DOCG appellation in Umbria. Scacciadiavoli, founded in 1884, is one of the oldest estates in the region and holds the distinction of being the first to produce Sagrantino in a dry style. The estate's history is intertwined with the Pambuffetti family, now in its fourth generation of ownership. The name 'Scacciadiavoli' translates to 'banish the devils,' referencing a local legend. The 2016 vintage is recognized for its complexity and intensity, reflecting the unique character of the Sagrantino grape from this historic Umbrian region.
ALCOHOL
15.5%
AVG. PRICE
€77
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Scacciadiavoli means 'banish the devils' in Italian.
Fact 02
The estate dates back to 1884.
Fact 03
Scacciadiavoli was the first to vinify Sagrantino in dry style.
Fact 04
Sagrantino is known for having some of the world's highest tannin levels.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Montefalco Sagrantino 2016 from Scacciadiavoli is produced from 100% Sagrantino grapes. The winemaking process involves aging for 18 months in barrel and foudres, with a significant portion of this time spent in new oak barrels (16 months). This extended period in wood is designed to manage the grape's high tannin structure and develop complexity. Scacciadiavoli is noted for its historical role in pioneering the dry style of Sagrantino vinification and also produces sparkling Sagrantino.
