Paolo Bea – Montefalco Sagrantino Cerrete 2009 – Umbria Italy

Paolo Bea Montefalco Sagrantino Cerrete 2009 is a powerful and deeply traditional expression of Sagrantino from a single vineyard in Umbria. Intense, earthy, and structured, it reflects a natural, low-intervention approach and the raw character of the grape.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Sagrantino
• Region: Montefalco, Umbria, Italy
• Vintage: 2009
• Vineyard: Cerrete (single vineyard)
• Style: Full-bodied, structured, traditional red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Black cherry, dried blackberry
• Savory: Earth, leather, spice, herbal notes
• Structure: Firm tannins, intense concentration, long finish

Wild and expressive, this Sagrantino opens with dark fruit layered with earthy, herbal, and savory complexity. The palate is powerful and structured, with bold tannins and a deep, evolving finish that reflects both the vineyard and the traditional winemaking approach.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Single-vineyard Sagrantino from Paolo Bea’s Cerrete site
• A benchmark natural, traditional expression of the grape
• Intense, complex, and built for long-term aging

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Braised meats, lamb, or game
• Rich stews and slow-cooked dishes
• Aged cheeses with strong flavors

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of natural, traditional Italian wines
✓ Drinkers who enjoy earthy, powerful, structured reds
✕ Not ideal if you prefer polished, fruit-forward wines