Red Wines

Umbria

The red wines of Umbria convey elegance, structure, and tradition from a land rich in winemaking history. From the full-bodied and aromatic Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG to refined Sangiovese and Merlot, as well as other native varieties, each glass tells a story of land, passion, and identity. Perfect with meats, traditional Umbrian dishes, and aged cheeses, Umbria’s reds offer authentic and memorable wine experiences.

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Pinot Nero Umbria IGT 2022 - Nuova Tenuta Paradiso

€29.00

Pinot Nero Miliare 2023 di Guerrini in offerta speciale

2023 14.5% 0,75 lt

Pinot Nero IGT Umbria Miliare 2023 - Guerrini

€35.00

Guerrini Pinot Nero IGT Umbria 2025 0.10 L | Etilika

2025 13.5% 0,10 lt

Pinot Nero IGT Umbria 2025 - Guerrini [0.10 lt]

€7.90

Pinot Nero Montelione 2023 - Guerrini in vendita on line

2023 14.5% 0,75 lt

Pinot Nero IGT Umbria Montelione 2023 - Guerrini

€32.00

-19% Box 0,75 lt

Box Degustazione Grandi Vini d'Italia [4 bottiglie]

€94.90~~€116.80~~

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Pinot Nero Rosè 2024 - Guerrini al prezzo migliore

2024 12% 0,75 lt

Pinot Nero Rosè IGT Umbria 2024 - Guerrini

€16.49

Box Estate Umbria - Guerrini da 6 bottiglie

-13% Box 12.50% 0,75 lt

Box Estate Umbria - Guerrini [6 bottiglie]

€99.00~~€114.00~~

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Sagrantino Memoira Còlpetrone 2017 on Sale

2017 14.5% 0,75 lt

Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG Memoira 2017 - Còlpetrone

€19.00

-50% Box

Box Rossi Toscana/Umbria [3 bot. + 3 Omaggio]

€61.35~~€122.70~~

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-12% Box 14.5% 0,75 lt

Box Degustazioni Guerrini [6 bottiglie]

€119.00~~€135.98~~

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-10% 2016 14.5% 0,75 lt

Merlot Umbria IGT Belcompare 2016 - Arnaldo Caprai

€145.80~~€162.00~~

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Pinot Nero Nuova Tenuta Paradiso 2021 online

2020 14% 0,75 lt

Pinot Nero Umbria IGT 2021 - Nuova Tenuta Paradiso

€27.90

Sagrantino di Montefalco 25 Anni Arnaldo Caprai 2021

2020 14.5% 0,75 lt

Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG 25 Anni 2021 - Arnaldo Caprai

€63.00

Sagrantino Collepiano Arnaldo Caprai 2018 at a Discounted Price

2019 14% 0,75 lt

Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG 2018 Collepiano - Arnaldo Caprai [1,5 lt, confezione in legno]

€71.00

Rosso di Montefalco Còlpetrone 2023 on Sale

2023 14% 0,75 lt

Rosso di Montefalco DOC 2023 - Còlpetrone

€11.90

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Rosso di Montefalco Arnaldo Caprai 2023 at a discounted price

2023 13% 0,75 lt

Montefalco Rosso DOC 2023 - Arnaldo Caprai

€12.90

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Sagrantino Collepiano Arnaldo Caprai 2021 at a Discounted Price

2020 15.5% 0,75 lt

Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG 2021 Collepiano - Arnaldo Caprai

€26.90

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SP68 Arianna Occhipinti Rosso 2024 on Sale

2023 12.5% 0,75 lt

SP68 Rosso Terre Siciliane IGT 2024 - Arianna Occhipinti

€19.90

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Sagrantino di Montefalco 25 Anni Arnaldo Caprai 2018

2016 14.5% 0,75 lt

Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG 25 Anni 2018 - Arnaldo Caprai

€62.00

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2015 14.5% 0,75 lt

Pinot Nero IGT Malcompare 2015 - Arnaldo Caprai

€85.00

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Why Umbria's reds guard one of Italy's most intense grapes

Umbria, although sitting in the green heart of Italy far from the sea, has built one of the country's most powerful and recognisable red expressions around a single native grape, Sagrantino. Alongside this uniqueness, the region also preserves a solid Sangiovese tradition, giving wines that are more approachable but just as identity-driven.

Montefalco and Torgiano: the territories of Umbria's reds

The heart of Umbrian red winemaking is Montefalco, home to Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG, made entirely from a grape boasting one of the highest tannin concentrations in the world, so much so that the regulations require a long ageing period before it can be sold. The same grape, in a sweet version made from dried grapes, gives rise to Sagrantino Passito. Alongside varietal Sagrantino, Montefalco Rosso DOC combines Sangiovese, Sagrantino, and sometimes Merlot in a softer, more approachable blend. Further north, in the Torgiano area near Perugia, Torgiano Rosso Riserva DOCG, based on Sangiovese, represents another historic expression of the region, made famous above all by the work of certain local producing families.

From Montefalco Rosso to Sagrantino: the styles of Umbria's reds

Montefalco Rosso offers a soft, fruity profile, made for relatively young consumption, while still keeping above-average structure. Sagrantino di Montefalco, by contrast, is one of Italy's most tannic, concentrated reds, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and liquorice, needing years to soften. Torgiano Rosso Riserva, more elegant and less muscular than Sagrantino, offers a balanced profile between fruit and tannin, still capable of good ageing.

At the table with Umbria's reds: pairings that work

Montefalco Rosso pairs well with ragù-based first courses and flavourful white meats. Sagrantino, given its tannic power, requires equally structured dishes: roasted red meats, game, or well-aged cheeses. Sweet Sagrantino Passito pairs with blue cheeses or dark chocolate. Torgiano Rosso Riserva finds its ideal place alongside roasts and medium-intensity braises.

Which Umbria red to choose, depending on the occasion

For an everyday meal, a Montefalco Rosso remains the most versatile choice. For an important occasion with structured meat dishes, Sagrantino di Montefalco offers an intense, memorable experience. Anyone seeking an elegant red with a long history behind it can look to Torgiano Rosso Riserva, while for an original end to a meal, Sagrantino Passito offers a sweet, enveloping finish.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Sagrantino di Montefalco considered such a tannic wine?

The Sagrantino grape naturally has one of the highest tannin concentrations recorded among red grape varieties, which is why the regulations require lengthy ageing before it can be sold.

What's the difference between Montefalco Rosso and Sagrantino di Montefalco?

Montefalco Rosso is a blend based on Sangiovese with a portion of Sagrantino, softer and ready sooner, while Sagrantino di Montefalco is made as a varietal and is decidedly more concentrated and long-lived.

What is Sagrantino Passito?

It's the sweet version of Sagrantino, made from grapes dried after harvest, giving rise to a meditative wine with tannin softened by good residual sugar.

Is Torgiano Rosso Riserva a wine suited to ageing?

Yes, the Riserva version undergoes longer ageing than base Torgiano Rosso, giving it good structure and the ability to evolve in bottle for several years.