Paolo Bea - Montefalco Sagrantino Cerrete 2012 – Umbria Italy

Paolo Bea Montefalco Sagrantino Cerrete 2012 is a powerful and expressive single-vineyard Sagrantino from Umbria. Rooted in traditional winemaking, it balances intensity with a more open and evolving character.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Sagrantino
• Region: Montefalco, Umbria, Italy
• Vintage: 2012
• Vineyard: Cerrete (single vineyard)
• Style: Full-bodied, structured, traditional red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Black cherry, dried blackberry, dark plum
• Savory: Earth, leather, spice, herbal notes
• Structure: Firm tannins, integrated texture, long finish

Expressive and layered, this Sagrantino shows dark fruit alongside earthy and herbal complexity. The palate remains powerful, yet more open and integrated, with firm tannins and a long, evolving finish shaped by traditional winemaking.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Single-vineyard Sagrantino from Paolo Bea’s Cerrete site
• A traditional, low-intervention expression with depth and character
• Combines structure with a more approachable, evolving profile

🍽️ 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 traditional, natural-style Italian wines
✓ Drinkers who want power with a touch more accessibility
✕ Not ideal if you prefer soft, light, fruit-forward wines