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WINES OF CENTRAL ITALY
Falesco, Famiglia Cotarella
Two of Italy’s most acclaimed winemakers, brothers Riccardo and Renzo Cotarella, founded the Falesco
winery in 1979. Their philosophy was focused on balancing the uniqueness and tradition of native
varietals with the versatility of international grapes. The result was a complete portfolio of wines that
consumers and critics alike have recognized as exhibiting extreme value and Best of Class offerings.
In late 2016 brothers Renzo and Riccardo made history by officially handing the reigns of the
enterprise over to the next generation—daughters Dominga, Marta, and Enrica. With this transition to
the next stage in the Cotarella family’s story the family has decided to transition out the brand name
of Falesco, and focus instead on the importance of family, thus re-imagining the family brand as
“Famiglia Cotarella.
“Le Poggere” Est! Est!! Est!!! di Montefiascone DOC
The legend goes that in the 12th century, a wine-loving bishop was traveling through the Italian countryside
on his way to see the coronation of the Pope. As he traveled, he would send a scout ahead of the convoy
to let him know the wine of the area was good by marking “Est” (“It is”) above an inn’s door. As the scout
traveled ahead to Montefiascone, the wine was apparently so good, that the scout marked that location
with “Est! Est!! Est!!!” Montefiascone remains an excellent wine today, particularly so when crafted by
Riccardo Cotarella, who blends 50% Trebbiano, 30% Malvasia, and 20% Roscetto together for legendary
results. “Le Poggere” is the name of the area where the vineyards are located.
“Tellus” Chardonnay Umbria IGT
Tellus Chardonnay is sourced from five hectares in the Montefiascone vineyards located in Umbria.
Soils here are crumbly, sedimentary soils rich with rich layers of pebbles sitting at 250 meters above
sea level. Even ripening is assured due to the moderate climate allowing aromatic development and
phenolic structure.
“Tellus” Merlot Umbria IGT
Tellus Merlot is sourced from vineyards in Montecchio, in the heart of Falesco’s estate in Umbria. Soils here
are clay and calcareous, with a southeast exposition, sitting at 300 meters above sea level. Aromatics are
fully developed with appropriate elevation while soils here produce a richer, deeper Merlot profile.
“Tellus” Cabernet Sauvignon Umbria IGT
Tellus Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from Montecchio in the heart of Falesco’s estate in Umbria. Soils here
are clay and calcareous, with a north-south exposition, sitting at 300 meters above sea level. Aromatics
are fully developed with appropriate elevation while soils here produce a balanced Cabernet profile of
moderate body, acidity and tannins.