2021 Paolo Bea Trebbiano 'Lapideus'

From: Umbria, Italy About. The Bea family's roots in Montefalco trace back to the archives of the 16th century, an enduring presence in this picturesque Umbrian hill town. Their estate embodies the classic Italian Fattoria, where wine production coexists harmoniously with the cultivation of olives, fruits, vegetables, and even the raising of farm animals. Paolo Bea, the patriarch, leads the charge in crafting wines that are as untamed and vibrant as the Umbrian landscape itself. Assisting him are his two sons, Giuseppe, the vineyard caretaker, and Giampiero, who oversees the winemaking process and commercial aspects of the winery.The 2017 Paolo Bea Pagliaro Montefalco Sagrantino hails from the Pagliaro vineyard, nestled at a lofty altitude of 1,300 feet. Here, the Sagrantino grape thrives under the Italian sun. The harvest takes place in the latter half of October, with the cuvaison extending for a substantial forty to fifty days. After this meticulous process, the wine is aged for a y