'Pipparello' Montefalco Rosso DOC Riserva 2016
Paolo Bea | Umbria, Italy
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$527.85 / case of 3
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Complex & Opulent
The 2016 Paolo Bea Pipparello is a captivating Montefalco Rosso Riserva crafted from a blend of 60% Sangiovese, 25% Montepulciano, and 15% Sagrantino, grown at 400 meters above sea level in Umbria’s clay and gravel soils. Following spontaneous fermentation and extended maceration, the wine is aged for over three years in stainless steel and large Slavonian oak barrels, then bottled unfiltered and unfined with minimal sulfur. The result is a wine of deep ruby color, with complex aromas of red fruits, spices, and leather, complemented by a mineral backbone, velvety tannins, and a long, persistent finish. A true expression of the Montefalco terroir, it pairs beautifully with red meats, stews, and aged cheeses.
About the Winery
Paolo Bea
The Bea family of Montefalco embodies a centuries-old philosophy of living and working in harmony with nature. Deeply rooted in their land and traditions, they produce natural wines without synthetic chemicals or forced stabilization, allowing the true character of each vintage and terroir to shine through. Led by Giampiero Bea and supported by his family, their work reflects a profound respect for biodiversity, cultural heritage, and the rhythms of the earth. Every step of the process—from vineyard to bottle—is carried out with patience and care, guided by observation, lunar cycles, and ancestral knowledge. Their wines are not the result of industrial standardization, but rather of thoughtful agriculture that seeks balance between human hands and natural forces. The result is honest, healthy, expressive wines that speak of place, time, and tradition.