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RC2 Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG
This silky and substantial red wine is made from 100% Sagrantino, a highly-esteemed grape indigenous
to the Montefalco area of Umbria. Locals unanimously agree that the variety is at its finest in the hills
surrounding Gualdo Cattaneo. Here, the combination of microclimate, elevation, and unique soils makes it
possible to obtain wines of truly exceptional character. The wine name and label pay tribute to Riccardo
Cotarella’s first grandson, Riccardo Chiasso, who shares the initials, RC, with his grandfather.
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 balanced Cabernet
profile of moderate body, acidity and tannins.
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.
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