Vineyards and production area

The grapes come from vineyards located in the municipalities of Giano dell’Umbria and Gualdo Cattaneo. The vineyards cover 20 hectares at an altitude of between 300 and 350 metres above sea level.

The vines are between 15 and 20 years old and grow in light, predominantly calcareous soils. They are trained using the spurred cordon system, with a planting density of 5,000 vines per hectare and an average yield of 75 quintals per hectare.

Harvest and vinification

The harvest takes place between the end of September and the first week of October. Before harvesting, the less mature bunches are removed.

Upon arrival at the winery, the grapes are destemmed, crushed and cooled to 18°C. Alcoholic fermentation takes place for approximately 12 days in stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts, temperature control and automated pump-overs.

After separation from the skins, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks.

Ageing

Rubium Montefalco Rosso Riserva DOC Terre de la Custodia undergoes a total ageing period of 30 months, including 14 months in barriques and 3 months in the bottle.

This ageing process contributes to the wine’s structure, roundness and elegance while preserving the distinctive character of its production area.

Tasting notes

The wine has a deep ruby-red colour with garnet reflections.

The bouquet reveals intense aromas of red-fleshed fruits, followed by delicate balsamic notes and toasted nuances on the finish.

On the palate, it is full-bodied, rounded, velvety and elegant. Rubium Montefalco Rosso Riserva DOC Terre de la Custodia has an estimated ageing potential of approximately ten years.

Food pairings and serving temperature

It pairs particularly well with structured pasta or rice dishes, pork and game.

Serve at 18°C. Opening the bottle in advance is recommended.

Alcohol content: 15% vol.