Paolo Bea
Montefalco Rosso Riserva Pipparello
Montefalco
2016
Vintage
Varietal
Sangiovese Blend
Where it is, October 2026
Timing: no opening or peak years have been established for this vintage.
The ‘16 Montefalco Rosso Riserva Pipparello.
Paolo Bea Montefalco Rosso Riserva Pipparello 2016 from Montefalco, Italy.
Drinking window
No Cellared drinking-window estimate is available for this wine.
Tasting note
Paolo Bea Montefalco Rosso Riserva Pipparello 2016 is a layered Umbrian red with red cherry, blackberry, violet, dried herb, and earthy spice. The palate is medium to full bodied, with bright acidity and firm, grainy tannin supporting the fruit. Savory notes of leather, tobacco, and mineral soil broaden the finish as the wine opens. Its texture is energetic rather than plush, and the wine gains detail with air. The name and varietal record identify a Sangiovese blend, so the profile emphasizes acidity, red fruit, and savory structure without assigning a blend percentage that is not held in the row. This is a serious food wine with the depth to develop while retaining freshness.
The 2016 vintage
A provisional cellar estimate opens in 2020, places the likely peak from 2023 through 2031, and uses 2038 as the hard-decline marker. The estimate reflects a red with bright acidity, firm tannin, and savory fruit.
About Paolo Bea
Paolo Bea is a family estate in Montefalco, Umbria, and its producer materials describe a long local history and a natural approach to vineyard and cellar work. This profile stays with place, style, and texture. It does not add a score, price, ownership claim, or blend percentage.
From the cellar: pair with
Porchetta with rosemary
Bright acidity cuts the roast's richness while savory tannin meets the herb and crackling.
Wild boar ragu over pappardelle
Firm structure and earthy spice match the slow-cooked meat and tomato depth.
Lentils with roasted mushrooms
Earthy texture and savory mineral notes echo the wine's Sangiovese-led profile.
Service & cellaring
- Serving Temp
- Serve at 60-65F (16-18C) in a large red-wine glass.
- Decanting
- Give the wine 45-60 minutes of air, tasting as the tannin and savory notes open.
- Cellar Storage
- Store on its side near 55F (13C), in darkness and away from temperature swings.
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Frequently Asked
When might it drink best?
The provisional estimate places its likely peak from 2023 through 2031, with a broader window through 2038.
How should I serve it?
Serve at 60-65F in a large red-wine glass and give it 45-60 minutes of air.