What wine is Umbria Cabernet Franc IGT “Atlante” 2019 - Paolo e Noemia d’Amico

Umbria Cabernet Franc IGT “Atlante” 2019 - Paolo e Noemia d’Amico is a significant red wine with great personality, born in the hillside vineyards surrounding the d’Amico winery, on the border between Umbria and Lazio. Made from 100% Cabernet Franc grapes, it best expresses the character of the varietal, with a balanced structure and a profound aromatic elegance. It is a full-bodied wine that combines freshness and intensity, perfect for those seeking an enveloping yet refined red.

Vintage details

The 2019 vintage was balanced and favorable for the ripening of Cabernet Franc. The temperature fluctuations between day and night contributed to developing aromatic intensity and color concentration. The manual harvest allowed for the selection of only the best grapes, ensuring consistent quality and a contained yield, ideal for obtaining a rich yet harmonious wine.

Winemaking and aging

Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, with prolonged maceration on the skins to extract aromas and structure, while maintaining balance and finesse. Aging continues for approximately 15 months in French barriques and large oak barrels, where the wine evolves and enriches with spicy and toasted notes, then blends in the bottle until it reaches its full complexity.

Tasting Notes

Color

In the glass, it presents a deep and luminous ruby red, with purplish reflections that reveal its youth and concentration.

Aroma

The aroma is intense and refined: notes of ripe forest fruits, such as blackberry and blueberry, stand out, combined with hints of sweet spices, tobacco, and dark chocolate. The slight vegetal nuances, typical of Cabernet Franc, provide freshness and complexity, without ever being overpowering.

Taste

On the palate, it is structured, enveloping, and harmonious. The tannins are velvety yet present, the freshness balances the alcohol content, and the persistence is long and flavorful, with hints of ripe fruit and bitter cocoa. A sip that leaves a pleasant sensation of depth and balance.

Which dishes to pair with Umbria Cabernet Franc IGT “Atlante” 2019 - Paolo e Noemia d’Amico

This wine best expresses its qualities when paired with rich and structured dishes. Perfect for convivial occasions or an important dinner, it pairs with:

• Grilled or braised red meats
• Game dishes, such as wild boar or jugged hare
• Aged and long-ripened cheeses
• Pasta with ragù or traditional lasagna

Its elegance and complexity also make it ideal for accompanying a platter of quality cheeses and cured meats or for enjoying on its own, as a meditation wine.

Storage and aging: how to store Umbria Cabernet Franc IGT “Atlante” 2019 - Paolo e Noemia d’Amico wine

To preserve the characteristics of Umbria Cabernet Franc IGT “Atlante” 2019 - Paolo e Noemia d’Amico, store the bottles in a dark and cool environment, at a constant temperature of about 12-14°C, with moderate humidity and in a horizontal position to keep the cork consistently moist. Thanks to its structure and wood aging, this wine has excellent aging potential: it can evolve in the bottle for at least 8-10 years, developing even more complex and soft notes. Those who love intense and long-lived wines will find Atlante a highly satisfying choice, capable of conveying all the richness and elegance of Cabernet Franc grown in Umbria over time.