Scacciadiavoli Sagrantino di Montefalco Passito 2018

Montefalco, Umbria, Italy 

Falstaff 92 points! Wine Enthusiast 91 points! 

Scacciadiavoli Sagrantino di Montefalco Passito is a beautiful Italian red dessert wine from the Montefalco subregion of Umbria, made of 100% Sagrantino. Sagrantino Passito is unique among sweet wines: the red color is so rich it seems almost inky, the aroma evokes blackberries, dried fruits and cinnamon, the taste is particularly balanced. The dense tannins delicately unite the acidity and the sweetness, creating a gustatory sensation of absolute harmony. The Sagrantino grapes are hung to dry on “graticci” to concentrate their flavors and sugars. In the past the Sagrantino Passito was the only wine produced from the Sagrantino varietal, and it was drunk during religious ceremonies in the villages of the Montefalco area. Although our methods have improved and refined passito, its ancient connection to rustic tradition and Montefalco farming lifestyle remains. Scacciadiavoli converted to organic farming in 2022.  

“Blackberry compote, fig jam, roasted coffee and candied purple flower aromas lift from the glass. The wine coats the mouth as exotic spices fill the senses and rounded tannins and mouthwatering acidity balance this hedonistic but delicious wine.”—Wine Enthusiast 91 points! 

Enjoy Scacciadiavoli Sagrantino di Montefalco Passito to close a beautiful dinner with molten chocolate cake, almond biscotti, fruit tarts, or soft cheeses.