De Monaco & Holland Umbria Rosso di Todi 2020

Winemaking

De Monaco & Holland is a small collaborative estate in Umbria that focuses on expressing the distinctive character of sangiovese within its specific terroir. The winemakers prioritize elegance and balance, allowing the fruit and regional expression to guide their decisions in the cellar rather than imposing a heavy hand.

Tasting Notes

This is a bright, energetic sangiovese that opens with cherry and plum aromatics layered with subtle herbs—the hallmark of fine Umbrian reds. On the palate, the wine feels lithe and refined, with silky tannins that frame flavors of red berries, earthy minerality, and a whisper of white pepper. The acidity is crisp and clean, carrying the wine through a persistent finish that leaves you wanting another sip.

Producer

De Monaco & Holland operates as a small, focused estate dedicated to quality sangiovese production in the heart of Umbria. The producers work their vineyard with careful attention to sustainability and minimal intervention in the winery, allowing the natural character of the fruit and place to shine through.

Terroir

Rosso di Todi sits in central Umbria, a region known for elegant, mineral-driven reds rather than the heavier wines of Tuscany to the west. The area's clay and limestone soils impart a distinctive spice and earthiness to sangiovese, while the continental climate—with cool nights and warm days—preserves the bright acidity and red-fruit character that define wines from this appellation.

Food Pairings

Serve this alongside a simple tomato-based pasta with fresh basil and pecorino, or try it with roasted chicken thighs finished with lemon and rosemary. For something more composed, pan-seared duck breast with a tart cherry gastrique would be a beautiful match for the wine's red-fruit intensity and mineral backbone.