In the green heart of Italy, Umbria holds an oenological treasure of inestimable value: Sagrantino. This native vine, brought to Umbria by monks faithful to Saint Francis returning from Asia Minor, embodies a fascinating history, steeped in tradition, religiosity and innovation.
Divine origins and sacred traditions
Sagrantino, initially vinified as passito, owes its name to the "festivals", indicating its original destination for religious celebrations. Its sweetness was a symbol of celebration, a nectar reserved for the most sacred moments and great holidays.
The evolution of Sagrantino
However, it was in the 1970s that this wine embarked on a revolutionary path, thanks to the pioneering vision of the Adanti family. The challenge of transforming a vine with a sweet and raisin nature into a dry wine was arduous, considering the complex organoleptic nature of Sagrantino, which requires long periods of refinement to fully express its potential.
A well-deserved recognition
In 1992, Sagrantino boasts the twelfth guaranteed denomination in Italy, an achievement that officially establishes its excellence and uniqueness in the Italian wine scene.
Unique features
Sagrantino has a dark red color when young, which turns to garnet with aging. On the palate, it stands out for a complex and rich bouquet, where spices and berry notes blend in a symphony of ripe plums and blackberries, enriched by vigorous tannin and a persistent liquorice aftertaste.
Longevity and maturation
This wine demonstrates an extraordinary aging capacity, due to its rich polyphenolic heritage and its accentuated acidity. The best vintages reveal themselves at least five years after the harvest, reaching optimal maturity between six and fifteen years.
Adanti's philosophy
The Adanti agricultural company, always faithful to tradition, chooses to use exclusively large barrels and tonneaux for the refinement of its wines, opting for longer periods than what is prescribed by the specifications, in order to enhance every nuance of Sagrantino.
Pairings
In comparison with other great Italian wines, Sagrantino stands out for its polyphenolic heritage, comparable to Aglianico, and for its structure, tannins and longevity, which bring it closer to Barolo and Brunello. On the table, it pairs beautifully with red meats, roasts, spit-roasted pigeon and mature cheeses, while the dried version enhances dry pastry desserts, bitter chocolate and traditional dishes such as roast lamb.
Tasting at Bottega Botlé
Sagrantino Adanti: The excellence of Umbrian wine that enchants the world
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