2018 Arnaldo Caprai Montefalco Rosso [JS91][V90]

Producer: Arnaldo Caprai Region: Umbria, Italy  Blend: 70% Sangiovese, 15% Sagrantino, 15% Merlot Year: 2018   Retail Price: $24.00 Our Price: $14.99*   James Suckling, 91 Points   "Aromas of blackberries, blueberries, bay leaves and baking spices. It’s medium-bodied with firm, fine-grained tannins and a chalky texture. Flavorful, savory finish."  Vinous, 90 Points  "Here I’m finding ripe black cherries laced with peppery herbs, as notes of sweet white smoke and purple flowers evolve in the glass. On the palate, silky textures coast across a core of juicy acids, delivering ripe red and blue fruits, and hints of fine tannin slowly collect upon the senses. The finish is long and youthfully structured, resonating on a mix of wild berries and sweet spice. The 2018 Montefalco Rosso from Arnaldo Caprai is cool-toned and really quite pretty, while keeping its fruit front and center. Very nice."  Winemaker Notes:  "Sensationally intense, with notes of wild flowers, violet and red berry jam. F