Moretti Omero is a certified organic estate run by Omero Moretti in tandem with his daughter Giusy. Their wines boast brisk acidity, thanks to vineyards that sit at some of the highest elevations in the DOCG
30 year old vines, 400-450m elevation, clay soil, northeast exposition,
brooding, spicy blackberry, plums, ripe black cherry, fireplace embers, rich and broad, medium-full bodied, deep and sumptuous, chewy tannins, finish that last for minutes. can be aged for decades (producer guarantees 20 years).
a must try for fans of big Napa Cabs. Vegan friendly.
97 points Decanter & "Best In Show" at World Wine Awards
region: Montefalco, Umbria, Italy
varietal: Sagrantino
style: bold ageworthy red
farming/cellar: certified organic, hand harvested, 15 day fermentation, 20 days maceration, 6 months on lees with batonnage, matured 12 months in French oak barrel, then a minimum of 4 months in bottle before release, minimal so2
pairing: bacon wrapped NY strip, meatball sub, leg of lamb
