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Scacciadiavoli Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG 2018
(Umbria, Italy) - [VM 91] [JS 91]
Regular price $55.00 Sale price $49.97 Save $5.03
Founded in 1884, Cantina Scacciadiavoli, “cast out the devils”, takes its name from a 19th century exorcist who lived in the small village bordering the vineyard. He was known to use the wines while performing his exorcist ritual of ridding poor souls of demons. The estate was built as a complex and modern wine “factory,” which today spans 130 hectares, 40 of which are vineyards. The vines cover a hill in the heart of the Montefalco appellation, divided between the three provinces of Gualdo Cattaneo, Giano dell’Umbria, and Montefalco.
The winery consists of four vertical levels built into the hill, allowing for the use of gravity throughout production. The grapes arrive from the vineyards directly at the highest level then move down to the second level by gravity flow to be fermented and vinified in wood or stainless steel vats. The ground and underground floors are used to age the wines. The Pambuffetti family has owned and operated Scacciadiavoli since 1954.
VINIfICATION
In steel tanks
YIELD 60t / ha
GRAPE VARIETY Sagrantino 100%
HARVEST
From the 15th to the end of September. Grapes, after the harvest, are left to dry on special racks for two months
AGING
In barrels of 1st passage for 18 months. In bottle for 4 months BOUqUET Expansive and persistent with sweet fruits, notes of blackberry, black cherry and sweet spices for a mineral finish
TASTE
Sweet and voluptuous body, persistent and velvety. Tannins are thick and sweet. Acidity well balanced with the density and heaviness of the tannins. Long and persistent finish, with notes of underbrush, forest fruit and spices
TEMPERATURE 18-19 °C | 65-66 F
FOOD PAIRING
It is a meditation wine that you could enjoy with dry pastries, cream or jam tarts, almond biscuits or chocolate. Also interesting the pairing with aged or herbal cheese
Ratings & Reviews
92 Points - Vinous Media:
"The 2018 Montefalco Sagrantino is rich and darkly floral, blending hints of cinnamon, plum and dusty rose. This is a soft-textured yet zesty effort with mineral-tinged red berry fruits guided by vibrant acidity as hints of cocoa and balsamic spice form toward the close. The 2018 finishes structured with a bitter tinge, allowing some heat to poke through as hints of licorice fade. This is a racy interpretation of the vintage. (Drink between 2024-2030) (Drink between 2022-2030)" - Eric Guido (Oct 2023)
90 Points - James Suckling:
"Notes of ripe cherries and raspberries with spices, hints of leather and dry earth. Medium- to full-bodied, spiced and racy with dusty tannins. Chalky, red-fruited finish. Drink now." - James Suckling (Oct 2023)