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A rare, central-Italian red found mostly in Umbria. It’s recently been noted to contain some of the highest polyphenol (antioxidants) levels of of any red wine.

The Comprehensive Guide to Sagrantino | Wine Folly

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<section id="intro">A rare, central-Italian red found mostly in Umbria. It&#8217;s recently been noted to contain some of the highest polyphenol (antioxidants) levels of of any red wine.</section>
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<h3>Primary Flavors</h3>
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<li class="flavor-sugarplum-prune">Plum Sauce</li>
<li class="flavor-anise">Licorice</li>
<li class="flavor-black-tea">Black Tea</li>
<li class="flavor-black-olive">Black Olive</li>
<li class="flavor-pepper-black">Black Pepper</li>
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<h3>Taste Profile</h3>
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<div class="label sweetness">Bone-dry</div>
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<div class="label body">Full Body</div>
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<div class="label tannins">High Tannins</div>
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<div class="label acidity">Medium-high Acidity</div>
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<div class="label alcohol">13.5–15% ABV</div>
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<h3>Handling</h3>
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<li class="temp-room"><span class="handling-value"><br />
<small>SERVE</small><br />
<small>60–68°F / 15-20°C</small><br />
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<li class="glass-oversized"><span class="handling-value"><br />
<small>GLASS TYPE</small><br />
Oversized</span></li>
<li class="decant-60"><span class="handling-value"><br />
<small>DECANT</small><br />
1 Hour</span></li>
<li class="ageing-4"><span class="handling-value"><br />
<small>CELLAR</small><br />
10+ Years</span></li>
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<h3>Food Pairing</h3>
<p>Given Sagrantino&#8217;s super high tannin and astringency, look for dishes that feature fat and umami. Earthy sausages, wild mushrooms, and cheese all match well.</p>
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Sagrantino

Primary Flavors

Taste Profile

Handling

Food Pairing

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