Cesarini Sartori
RossoBastardo 2022
| Denomination | IGT Umbria |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Umbria (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese |
| Aging | In steel, wood and glass for 3 years. |
- Type and origin: Still dry red wine Umbria IGT, 2022 harvest, 13.5% vol
- Grape composition: Sangiovese 60%, Merlot 20%, Sagrantino (dried) 15%, Cabernet 5%
- Aromas: Blackberry, wild berry jam, black pepper, candied orange and herbal notes
- Taste: Soft and enveloping, with balanced freshness and savouriness; long and persistent finish
- Serving temperature and pairings: 15–18 °C, Bordeaux glass; ideal with red meats and semi-mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Cesarini Sartori Rossobastardo is an intense still red wine, an expression of the Umbrian region. It is created from a blend of Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Sagrantino. With a ruby red colour and violet highlights, it reveals aromas of blackberry, wild berry jam and black pepper, combined with candied orange peel and vegetal notes. On the palate, it offers great softness, balanced by fresh acidity and a distinct savouriness typical of the region. The persistent finish is supported by well-integrated tannins, remaining consistent with the aromas detected on the nose.
Where it comes from
This wine faithfully reflects the Umbrian territory cared for by the Cesarini Sartori winery. The vineyards, cultivated with environmentally conscious agricultural practices, are trained using the spur cordon system. The characteristics of the clay and sandy soils, marked by formations of lacustrine origin, impart a pronounced savoury note and balanced structure to the grapes. The inspiration for this label comes from the classic reds of the Montefalco area, precisely interpreting the different varieties grown in the unique ecosystem of Bastardo.
How it is produced
Production begins with a rigorous manual harvest and selection on vibrating tables. A crucial step is the partial drying of the Sagrantino grapes, which helps to concentrate the sugars and soften the natural astringency. This is followed by a pre-fermentation cryomaceration with brief skin contact and subsequent fermentation at a controlled temperature. After racking, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and spends three years maturing, divided between stainless steel containers and wooden barrels. This meticulous technical process ensures a powerful and harmonious drinking experience.
History and Curiosities
Rossobastardo originates in Umbria at the Cesarini Sartori winery, founded in 2002 in Bastardo with 30 hectares of vineyards. This label reinterprets the tradition of Montefalco Rosso in a contemporary way, skilfully combining technological innovation with strict agricultural sustainability aimed at reducing the use of chemical substances. Its exceptional qualities are evidenced by prestigious awards, including 98 points from Luca Maroni, the gold medal at The WineHunter Award, and the title of Umbrian Winery of the Year awarded at Vinitaly 2022.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 2002
- Oenologist: Staff aziendale
- Bottles produced: 300.000
- Hectares: 30
Their choice was not random: already in 1312 the urban land register certified the millennial viticultural vocation of the territory , accross the "road" (Signæ) of the ancient Flaminia, where – it is said – there was a host which served a "sweet an flavoured" wine to people travelling from Rome to North Europe.
The winery is surrounded by 30 hectares of vineyards – cultivated with Sagrantino, Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet vines – and by several medieval castles, still populated, which draw a unique landscape scenario.
If we were to tell Signæ with just three words we would choose technology, genius and sustainability. Thanks to technology we are able to minimize the use of chemicals both in the vineyards and in the cellar: the result are high quality natural wines, with a minimum quantity of sulphites which do not bother the head or the stomach. Alongside technology, it remains an important manual work: the harvest is manual, as the processing of the soil around the vines and the selection on vibrating tables, first of the bunches and then the berries. Read more
| Name | Cesarini Sartori RossoBastardo 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Umbria IGT |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Umbria |
| Vendor | Cesarini Sartori |
| Story | History and Curiosities Rossobastardo originates in Umbria at the Cesarini Sartori winery, founded in 2002 in Bastardo with 30 hectares of vineyards. This label reinterprets the tradition of Montefalco Rosso in a contemporary way, skilfully combining technological innovation with strict agricultural sustainability aimed at reducing the use of chemical substances. Its exceptional qualities are evidenced by prestigious awards, including 98 points from Luca Maroni, the gold medal at The WineHunter Award, and the title of Umbrian Winery of the Year awarded at Vinitaly 2022. |
| Origin | Bastardo, Umbria, Italia |
| Soil composition | Clayey, sandy and lacustrine |
| Cultivation system | Spur cordon |
| Yield per hectare | 16,800 kg/hectare |
| Production technique | Manual harvest; partially dried Sagrantino grapes; pre-fermentation cryo-maceration and brief maceration; fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature; malolactic fermentation in wood; ageing in steel, wood and bottle |
| Wine making | Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature, preceded by pre-fermentative cryo-maceration. After racking, the wine is left to settle in steel vats; it then undergoes malolactic fermentation in wood before ageing. |
| Aging | In steel, wood and glass for 3 years. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |