Introduction:

Presentation of the Sagrantino grape: origin, history and characteristics that make it unique.
Context of Italian wine production and Sagrantino’s place in this scenario.
The Umbria region and the importance of Montefalco for the Sagrantino grape.
Production overview: types of wines made with Sagrantino, challenges and potential.

História da Grape Sagrantino:

Origins and legends: hypotheses about the arrival of Sagrantino in Umbria.
Sagrantino and religious tradition: cultivation by monks and use in sacramental wines.
Evolution of production over the centuries: from sweet to dry wine.
The rediscovery of Sagrantino and the rebirth of its production.
Personalities and producers who contributed to the appreciation of the grape.

Characteristics of Sagrantino Grapes:

Ampelographic characteristics: description of the vine, bunches and berries.
Vegetative cycle and maturation: adaptation to climate and terroir.
Grape composition: sugars, acids, polyphenols, tannins.
Sagrantino's oenological potential: types of wine that can be produced.
Comparison with other Italian red varieties.

Terroir and Sagrantino grapes:

The Montefalco region and Sagrantino production areas.
Influence of climate and soil on grape quality.
Soil types and their interaction with Sagrantino.
Vineyard management practices: planting, pruning, training, disease control.
Importance of terroir in expressing the typicality of Sagrantino.

Sagrantino Wines:

Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG:
Regulation of designation of origin.
Types of wine: Dry and Passito.
Wine characteristics: structure, tannins, aromas, aging potential.
Montefalco Rosso DOC:
Use of Sagrantino in blends with Sangiovese and other grapes.
Characteristics and style of the wines.
Other names and uses of Sagrantino.

Elaboration of Sagrantino Wines:

Winemaking processes: from harvest to bottling.
Winemaking techniques for red wines: maceration, fermentation, aging.
Preparation of Sagrantino Passito: appassimento methods.
The role of the winemaker in the production of high quality Sagrantino wines.
Trends and innovations in production.

Tasting and Pairing:

Sensory characteristics of Sagrantino wines.
Tips for tasting: temperature, glasses, sensory analysis.
Pairing with gastronomy: classic combinations and creative suggestions.
Storage potential and evolution of Sagrantino wines.

Wine tourism and Sagrantino:

The Montefalco region and its tourist attractions.
Wine tourism itineraries and experiences.
Events and festivals related to Sagrantino.
Producers and wineries to visit.

Challenges and Perspectives:

Challenges in Sagrantino production: climate, management, market.
Sustainability and environmental preservation.
Research and innovation in viticulture.
Or future from Sagrantino grapes.