"Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG" is a classification of a red wine produced in the area around the town of Montefalco in the Umbria region of Italy. To obtain the DOCG classification, the wine must meet the following requirements:
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Grapes: The wine must be made from at least 95% Sagrantino grapes and the remaining 5% can be another approved grape.
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Geographical area: The wine must be produced in the specific area around Montefalco in Umbria.
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Growth and harvest: The grapes must be grown in accordance with the rules established for the production area, including the use of regulated growing techniques, pruning techniques and harvesting methods.
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Vinification: The wine must be produced using traditional vinification techniques, including fermentation in oak barrels.
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Alcohol percentage: The wine must have an alcohol percentage of at least 13%.
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Aging: The wine must be stored for at least 24 months, including at least 12 months in oak barrels, before it is released for sale.
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Analysis and taste test: The wine must pass an analysis and a taste test carried out by an official control institution before it can be released for sale with the DOCG classification.
These requirements ensure that "Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG" is a high-quality red wine that meets strict standards of production, taste and quality.
