Fendi – LeCorgne Umbria Rosso

Region: Umbria
Type: Red
Producer: Andrea Formilli Fendi
Grapes: 50% Merlot, 40% Sangiovese, 10% Pinot Noir

Vintification:

Yield: 60 quintals/ha Harvest Period: beginning of September for the Pinot Noir and mid October for the Merlot and Sangiovese. Harvesting method: manual, in boxes Fermentation: all three varieties are fermented separately for a period of about 20 days at a controlled temperature below 25°C.
Ageing: 80% of the mass rests in used barriques for 18 months while the remaining 20% is aged in new oak barrels for the same time.
 Bottle: bottled in September. The wine is released after 6 months in the bottle

Tasting Notes:


Color: deep red/purple
Nose: red berries and jams. Toasted notes present but not overpowering; crisp, with hints of white pepper.
 In the mouth: vibrant acidity, silky tannins with excellent persistence.