Best Province of Perugia Alcoholic Beverage Types
Sagrantino is an Italian grape variety that is thought to be native to Umbria. It is mostly cultivated in a small area around Montefalco in Perugia, which is also the location of its flagship appellation, the DOCG Montefalco Sagrantino.
This thick-skinned grape is known to produce full-bodied and tannic red wines. The grape can be used in varietals and blends—it is mostly blended with Sangiovese in Montefalco Rosso DOC. Sagrantino-based wines are rich in color, tannins, acidity, and sugar.
Usually, they also tend to have high alcohol content. These intense and powerful wines have aromas of red and dark berries, violets, and hints of herbal and balsamic-like notes.
Montefalco Sagrantino is an Italian appellation for dry red wines that are made exclusively from the local Sagrantino grapes. The wines are incredibly tannic, full-bodied, and powerful, with delicate aromas of red and dark fruits, star anise, as well as hints of violets, tobacco, vanilla, licorice, and leather.
Because of high tannins, Montefalco Sagrantino ages exceptionally well, and though the minimum aging period is 37 months, out which one year must take place in oak, most varieties will benefit from longer aging. It is also recommended to decant the wine before serving.
Torgiano Rosso Riserva is an Italian DOCG appellation located around Torgiano, Perugia. The region produces complex and elegant red wines based on Sangiovese, which has to make a minimum of 70 %. Other permitted varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Canaiolo, and Colorino.
The wines are floral and fruity, with aromas that are reminiscent of violets, roses, cherries, and plums. These wines can age exceptionally well. As they age, they tend to develop jammy, toasty, and leather notes with hints of spice. On the palate, they are incredibly well structured, powerful, and round, with good acidity, freshness, and fine tannins.
Montefalco Rosso is an Italian appellation located in Umbria that produces fruity red wines with at least 60% Sangiovese and a minimum of 10% Sagrantino grapes. The rest of the blend can be made with other red grapes cultivated in the region.
Montefalco Rosso will usually have a fruity and subtly spicy character, pleasant acidity, and well-structured tannins. These wines are not over-powering and may be enjoyed with various courses, but they work especially well with white meat, pasta dishes, charcuterie, soups, and vegetables.
Montefalco Sagrantino Passito is an Italian appellation for sweet dessert wines made from the local Sagrantino grape variety. These straw (passito) wines are made with grapes that were air-dried for two months. The process results in concentrated, smooth, dense, and full-bodied wines with typical fruit jam notes and well-balanced acidity.
They are best paired with dry desserts and creamy or aged cheese varieties. These wines belong to the larger Montefalco Sagrantino appellation that also includes dry red wines.
Best Province of Perugia Alcoholic Beverage Producers
AWARDS

Barcelona Beer Challenge - Gold
2024

European Beer Star - Gold
2023, 2022, 2020

Untappd - 3.7
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Best Province of Perugia Alcoholic Beverages
AWARDS

Barcelona Beer Challenge - Gold
2024

European Beer Star - Gold
2023

Untappd - 3.7
Beer and wine meet in this Italian Grape Ale with a distinctly territorial flavor. Made with the must of an ancient Umbrian white grape, capable of triggering the fermentation of beer spontaneously, without the addition of yeast, it has elegant, floral and citrus aromas, combined with a fresh and fragrant taste.
It ferments in cement barrels and then in the bottle.
AWARDS

European Beer Star - Gold
2022

Untappd - 3.5
AWARDS

European Beer Star - Gold
2022

Untappd - 3.5
ILA is a Scotch Ale born from the collaboration with Samaroli, one of the most important selectors of spirits in the world. The refinement in barrels used in the production of whisky, coming from some of the best distilleries in Scotland, makes this beer incredibly complex.
The aromas range from caramel to dried fruit and are crossed by refined iodine, marine, slightly peaty hints. The taste is enveloping and deep, warm and decisive, of endless persistence.
AWARDS

European Beer Star - Gold
2022

Untappd - 3.7
AWARDS

European Beer Star - Gold
2020

Untappd - 3.5
AWARDS

Barcelona Beer Challenge - Gold
2024

Untappd - 3.7
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USA Wine Ratings - Gold
2022
AWARDS

USA Wine Ratings - Gold
2022
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