Structure
Critic scores
No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.
In the glass
Aroma: blackberry, black pepper, wild berry jam, candied orange peel
Palate: formidable softness, adequate freshness, persistent, sapid finish
Rossobastardo is Cesarini Sartori's IGT blend that deliberately forgoes DOC status for a more expressive, unconstrained style, ruby red with violet reflections.
What it pairs with
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Umbrian salumi board
Softness and freshness suit cured pork. -
Grilled red meats
A versatile, food-friendly red. -
Aged cheeses
The wine's persistence pairs with a firm cheese.
History
Rossobastardo is Cesarini Sartori's flagship IGT red, blending Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet with a native local variety.
Facts
- Producer
- Cesarini Sartori · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
- Classification
- Umbria Rosso IGT
- Oak
- 3 years across steel, wood and glass
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR16-22 at retail
- Drinking window
- up to 10 years from vintage
Frequently asked about Rossobastardo
What does Rossobastardo taste like?
Rossobastardo is Cesarini Sartori's IGT blend that deliberately forgoes DOC status for a more expressive, unconstrained style, ruby red with violet reflections.
When should I drink Rossobastardo?
The producer's own ageing regime points to a drinking window of up to 10 years from vintage. Decant younger vintages for 30 to 60 minutes before serving.
What food pairs with Rossobastardo?
Best with Umbrian salumi board and Grilled red meats and Aged cheeses.