Brecciaro Ciliegiolo di Narni Umbria IGT - 2019

Brecciaro is a red wine based on the Ciliegiolo grape from two different vineyards. The blend of the plots Miriano and Colleozio shows the pure personality of the Ciliegiolo variety. The name Ciliegiolo (Italian for 'small cherry') comes from the cherry aroma of the berries. According to tradition, Ciliegiolo was introduced from Spain around 1870 by pilgrims coming back from Santiago de Compostela, which would justify its synonym Ciliegiolo di Spagna. The wines have an intense red color, aromas of cherries, strawberries, and spices; they may be juicy or fuller in body, occasionally lacking acidity, which is why they complement Sangiovese so well.

Bright ruby, medium concentration. Youthful profile on the nose with fresh dark cherry, raspberry, rose petal, and vanilla. Fresh acidity on the palate, delicate tannin, and a mineral finish. The fermentation, which occurs in stainless steel, follows a period of aging in stainless steel vats and big barrels (9-12 months).