# Rubesco Rosso di Torgiano DOC (2021)

- **Producer:** Lungarotti
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sangiovese, Colorino
- **Region:** Umbria, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €13
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, red plum, black plum, black cherry, vanilla, cedar, cloves, mushroom, tobacco, wet leaves, earth

## About this wine

Rubesco Rosso di Torgiano DOC is a red wine from the Lungarotti estate in Umbria, Italy. The wine's name, derived from the Latin verb 'rubescere' meaning 'to blush,' reflects its character. The label features a bas-relief depicting a harvest scene, referencing the Fontana Maggiore in Perugia. Lungarotti, established by Giorgio Lungarotti, is recognized for its role in promoting Umbrian wines through a combination of traditional practices and modern techniques. The 2021 vintage has garnered critical attention, including scores from wine publications.

## Interesting facts

- The name 'Rubesco' means 'to blush' in Latin.
- Label art is inspired by the Fontana Maggiore in Perugia.
- It's Lungarotti's most globally exported wine.
- The wine is a Rosso di Torgiano DOC.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and balanced tannins make it versatile. Its structure complements the richness of red meats, while its fresh acidity can cut through fattier dishes. The fruit-forward notes can harmonize with tomato-based sauces and earthy vegetables.

## Wine making process

The Rubesco Lungarotti is produced from 90% Sangiovese and 10% Colorino grapes. The grapes are harvested in mid-September. Vinification involves fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature of 26°C (79°F) with 15 days of skin contact. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a year of aging in casks and another year in bottle, after a light filtration.