LLS Portfolio Book 2015

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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