Description
The family operation began in 1971 when textiles entrepreneur Arnaldo Caprai purchased 12.5 acres in Montefalco. In 1988, ownership passed on to Arnaldo’s son, Marco, who began the project to cultivate the promotion of the grape that has been growing in the Montefalco region for more than 400 years: Sagrantino. Today, the winery is the leading producer of top quality Sagrantino di Montefalco, a wine produced exclusively from this native variety. In addition to its commitment to quality, Arnaldo Caprai is recognized for its dedication to environmental, economic and social sustainability, as well as being champions for the wines of Umbria. Winery visits available for tasting.
The 2020 Collepiano presents juicy dark fruits and red plums, along with dried herbs, spices, bark, and nutmeg on the nose. It is soft, intense, and has a persistent finish. The tannins are fresh and complex.
James Suckling
A dark mix of wild blackberries, meat and graphite minerality. The sternness of the nose comes back on the palate with firm, austere tannins, a full body and lifted acidity. The result is a very chewy style, with a polished finish showing salt, chocolate and fruit.
Wine Spectator
Dense tannins impart a thick, creamy texture to this integrated red, which offers a core of pureed black cherry and blackberry paste flavors, with accents of marjoram, garam masala, sandalwood and smoke through the firm and fragrant finish. Best from 2030 through 2040. 4,150 cases made, 450 cases imported.
