Beverage

Sagrantino

Sagrantino is Umbria’s powerfully tannic red from Montefalco—black cherry, blackberry, spice, and leather with exceptional structure that demands time or careful food pairing. Dry Sagrantino di Montefalco is among Italy’s most tannic fine reds; traditional passito sweet versions also exist but the modern culinary star is dry, age-worthy table wine. Colour is deep; alcohol can be high when fully ripe. In the kitchen, use mature or well-aerated Sagrantino for wild boar, beef cheek, and long braises that soften tannin against collagen and fat. Young bottles work in marinades more than quick deglazes—hard tannins can taste bitter if reduced aggressively. Match intensity to the plate rather than forcing it into delicate poultry sauces.

Also known as: Sagrantino