Arnaldo Caprai, Montefalco Rosso Riserva, Umbria, 1998

92
Tasted by: John Stimpfig
A blend of Sangiovese (70%) with equal parts of Merlot and Sagrantino, this stunning 1998 is still going very strong indeed. A stand out wine from the tasting, this is drinking beautifully now and according to Marco Caprai will easily reward another five years cellaring. Nearly two decades on, lush, primary red and black fruits dominate on the palate, while hints of undergrowth and bottle age are only just beginning to emerge. The tannins are poised, ripe and well structured, but have clearly softened and polymerised. Lovely acidity and a terrific finish make for a very complete and complex wine.
Producer
Arnaldo Caprai
Brand
Montefalco Rosso Riserva
Vintage
1998
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
Italy
Region
Umbria
Appellation
Montefalco Sagrantino
Sweetness
Dry
Closure
Cork
Alcohol
15.00%
Body
Full
Oak
Oaked
Grapes
Sagrantino
Sangiovese