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Sagrantino di Montefalco
The short answer
Sagrantino di Montefalco is a red Italian wine from Umbria, made from Sagrantino. It tastes very tannic, dark, powerful and pairs best with braised beef, lamb and hard cheese.
- Style
- Very tannic, dark, powerful, Umbria
- Glass
- Wide-bowl red wine glass at 64°F / 18°C, decant
- Strength
- About 14–15% ABV
Where it comes from
Sagrantino is often described as one of the most tannic grapes in the world; it grows around Montefalco.
What you need
- Grape: Sagrantino
- Region: Umbria
- Style: Very tannic, dark, powerful
How Larry builds it
- 01
Get the temperature right. Serve at 64°F / 18°C, decant. Most kitchens are too warm — 15 minutes in the fridge helps.
- 02
Pour with food. Built for the table: braised beef, lamb and hard cheese.
- 03
Larry's tip. Bring something fatty. And a friend.
Larry’s rule: Bring something fatty. And a friend.
Variations worth making
Questions people ask
What food goes with Sagrantino di Montefalco?
Sagrantino di Montefalco pairs well with braised beef, lamb and hard cheese.
What grape is Sagrantino di Montefalco made from?
Sagrantino, grown in Umbria.
What does Sagrantino di Montefalco taste like?
Very tannic, dark, powerful.
What temperature should Sagrantino di Montefalco be served at?
About 64°F / 18°C, decant.
What to eat with it
Pour it like Larry
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