Bocale

The Valentini family has been connected to the City of Montefalco by history and personal experiences for over one hundred years.

The background is the special Umbria Region, full of history and culture, where the act of every farmer is full of folk wisdom, simplicity, passion and sacrifice.
The family’s philosophy is influenced by the history of men working in fields, surrounded by the rare beauty of it’s hilly landscape.

In 2002, the Valentini family continued their tradition by establishing Bocale, a winery in Montefalco. "Bocale" refers to a two-liter mug of wine or olive oil, and it's also the family nickname. Their Montefalco Rosso and Montefalco Sagrantino wines blend innovation with tradition, respecting environmental cycles and handcrafted processes to create natural, personality-filled wines.

The company covers 10 hectares, of which 6 are vineyards, and has an average annual production of 40,000 bottles. The vineyard is treated with natural grass regeneration techniques (land planting), using only organic and mineral fertilizers without the use of chemical products or herbicides; The wines are all-natural and homemade with an artisan process that reflects regional characteristics. The fermentation takes place exclusively with native yeasts. The wine is produced without microfiltration and thermal stabilization. The aging takes place in French oak barrels The wines are sold only after a thorough process of aging in the bottle has occurred. The energy used for the entire production comes from renewable sources using a photovoltaic system.

Trebbiano Spoletino DOC 2023

Trebbiano Spoletino DOC 2023

Bocale | Umbria, Italy

Price

Regular price   Sale price $34.95  / per bottle
Regular price $34.95 per bottle
$209.70 / case of 6

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Fresh & Complex

This wine is a captivating straw yellow with greenish hues, offering an aromatic profile that begins with citrus notes and a subtle foundation of peach and tomato leaves. As it matures, it evolves into a complex bouquet with spicy, intense layers. On the palate, it is fresh, sapid, and well-structured, with a salty, refreshing finish. Its versatility makes it a perfect match for velvety vegetable soups, risottos with saffron, white truffles, white meats, fish, and fresh cheeses.

About the Winery

Apparition Wines

Recently merged with Con-Nois-Seur Wine Imports, Apparition Wines is an innovative wine agency that facilitates the sale and tasting of quality wines from around the world to our clientele. Our joined mission is to bring you wines and wine experiences that expand the depth and breadth of your relationship with wine..from lesser known regions or grapes to exclusive limited production wines to historical and cultural stories of the wines and wineries we have the privilege of representing.

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Trebbiano Spoletino DOC 2023

Bocale | Umbria, Italy

Regular price   Sale price $34.95  / per bottle
Regular price $34.95 per bottle
$209.70 / case of 6
Trebbiano Spoletino DOC 2023
Grappa di Sagrantino

Grappa di Sagrantino

Bocale | Umbria, Italy

Price

Regular price   Sale price $87.95  / per bottle
Regular price $87.95 per bottle
$263.85 / case of 3

Bottle Quantity

Aromatic & Elegant

Made from Sagrantino, the native grape variety of this small and special region, this young grappa is clear, limpid, and crystalline in appearance. On the nose, it offers a fragrant bouquet of herbs, flowers, and ripe fruit such as blackberry and currant. The palate is full, round, and delicately aromatic, with the fruit notes continuing through to a pleasantly persistent finish. Traditionally enjoyed as an after-dinner treat, this grappa pairs beautifully with fruit platters, desserts, sorbet, and chocolates served in chunks. Its youthful character also complements almond-based sweets like biscotti, almond tarts, cakes, and brownies with pronounced almond flavor.

About the Winery

Bocale

The Valentini family has been connected to the City of Montefalco by history and personal experiences for over one hundred years.

The background is the special Umbria Region, full of history and culture, where the act of every farmer is full of folk wisdom, simplicity, passion and sacrifice.
The family’s philosophy is influenced by the history of men working in fields, surrounded by the rare beauty of it’s hilly landscape.

In 2002, the Valentini family continued their tradition by establishing Bocale, a winery in Montefalco. "Bocale" refers to a two-liter mug of wine or olive oil, and it's also the family nickname. Their Montefalco Rosso and Montefalco Sagrantino wines blend innovation with tradition, respecting environmental cycles and handcrafted processes to create natural, personality-filled wines.

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Grappa di Sagrantino

Bocale | Umbria, Italy

Regular price   Sale price $87.95  / per bottle
Regular price $87.95 per bottle
$263.85 / case of 3
Grappa di Sagrantino
Montefalco Sagrantino Ennio DOCG 2018

Montefalco Sagrantino Ennio DOCG 2018

Price

Regular price   Sale price $103.95  / per bottle
Regular price $103.95 per bottle
$1,247.40 / case of 12

Bottle Quantity

Elegant & Aromatic

This deep ruby red wine with a light violet tinge features a rich bouquet of blackberries, currants, and Mediterranean Maquis, layered with hints of spice and vanilla. On the palate, it offers a well-structured profile with smooth tannins and impressive length, characteristic of its variety. Perfectly paired with pasta dishes, smoked spring onion risotto, black truffle, braised or stewed red meats, and aged cheeses, it delivers a memorable dining experience.

About the Winery

Apparition Wines

Recently merged with Con-Nois-Seur Wine Imports, Apparition Wines is an innovative wine agency that facilitates the sale and tasting of quality wines from around the world to our clientele. Our joined mission is to bring you wines and wine experiences that expand the depth and breadth of your relationship with wine..from lesser known regions or grapes to exclusive limited production wines to historical and cultural stories of the wines and wineries we have the privilege of representing.

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Montefalco Sagrantino Ennio DOCG 2018
Regular price   Sale price $103.95  / per bottle
Regular price $103.95 per bottle
$1,247.40 / case of 12
Montefalco Sagrantino Ennio DOCG 2018
Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG 2019

Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG 2019

Price

Regular price   Sale price $63.95  / per bottle
Regular price $63.95 per bottle
$767.40 / case of 12

Bottle Quantity

Smooth & Balanced

This deep ruby red wine with a light violet tinge offers a rich aroma of blackberries, currants, and herbal Maquis, complemented by hints of spice and vanilla. On the palate, it is well-structured with smooth tannins and a good length, characteristic of its variety. It pairs beautifully with pasta dishes, gnocchi in Sagrantino wine sauce, roasts, grilled meats, and aged cheeses.

About the Winery

Apparition Wines

Recently merged with Con-Nois-Seur Wine Imports, Apparition Wines is an innovative wine agency that facilitates the sale and tasting of quality wines from around the world to our clientele. Our joined mission is to bring you wines and wine experiences that expand the depth and breadth of your relationship with wine..from lesser known regions or grapes to exclusive limited production wines to historical and cultural stories of the wines and wineries we have the privilege of representing.

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Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG 2019
Regular price   Sale price $63.95  / per bottle
Regular price $63.95 per bottle
$767.40 / case of 12
Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG 2019