The Soul of Sagrantino: Romanelli’s Grape-Driven Masterpieces

Wine Begins in the Vineyard

For Romanelli, winemaking doesn’t start in the cellar. It starts in the soil, the sunlight, and the subtle personality of each grapevine. Their philosophy is simple but radical: no blending, no shortcuts - every wine should express its exact place of origin, unfiltered by compromise.

From the bold strength of Sagrantino to the golden complexity of Trebbiano Spoletino, each bottle tells a story written by the land.

Sagrantino: The Powerhouse, Tamed

Montefalco’s signature grape, Sagrantino, is known for its intense tannins, deep color, and remarkable aging potential. In the wrong hands, it can feel overpowering.

But in Devis Romanelli’s hands?

Sagrantino becomes refined, layered, and graceful - a wine of strength and elegance.

Romanelli’s approach includes:

• Organic farming for fruit purity

• Minimal intervention winemaking

• Controlled maceration to manage tannins

• Patient barrel aging to let complexity unfold

Whether it’s the flagship Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG, the rare Medeo (only made in exceptional years), or the Montefalco Rosso, each bottle is a study in balance.

Image: Sagrantino Grapes I Credits: Romanelli

Le Tese & the Revival of Trebbiano Spoletino

Not all revolutions are loud. Some grow quietly - like vines climbing trees.

In the Le Tese vineyard, Romanelli revives the ancient vino maritato practice: Trebbiano Spoletino vines trained on living maple trees, echoing farming methods from centuries past.

The result is one of their most distinctive wines: Le Tese, a white wine fermented with skin contact, aged slowly, and glowing with:

• Honeyed richness

• Citrus and exotic fruit

• Herbal notes and minerality

It’s not just a wine - it’s a living memory, capturing biodiversity, tradition, and innovation in one bottle.

A Patchwork of Microclimates, a Symphony of Crus

Romanelli’s estate is a patchwork of terroirs - distinct parcels with their own microclimates, soil types, and sun exposures. By vinifying each cru separately, the family captures the purest possible expression of each site.

This respect for the vineyard results in wines that are:

• Rich without heaviness

• Structured yet smooth

• Honest to vintage and place

It’s how Romanelli honors not just the grape, but the soul of Montefalco itself.

Taste the Grape, Taste the Land

From the muscular depth of Sagrantino to the golden lightness of Trebbiano Spoletino, Romanelli’s wines channel Umbria’s character into every glass.

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