Description

Il Gheppio is situated at the heart of Umbrian Valley, in the historical town of Montefalco. From over 400 years, this territory provides the best growth and development of Sagrantino grapes, arguably the most tannic grape variety in the world.

The farm was bought by grandpa Antonini in 1920, when the estate was focused mainly on the cultivation of grain and wine production was only for home consumption, from vines grown with the system of “married plant”: grapevines grown up climbing trees and small trees located in rows spaced 10 meter to allow other crops between the rows. It was only in 2003 that the grandchildren Gianluca, Stefano and Diego decided to convert a small area into vineyard, with the first harvest in 2006.

The most tannic wine in the world, very often Sagrantino can be a bit “aggressive”. Not this gem from Il Gheppio, crafted by the family from the fruit of their minuscule vineyard (shall we say back garden?). Powerful and smooth once decanted.

Drink within 30 years. It matches meat and strong flavoured dishes. Extended decanting is mandatory!