From cult classic to collector’s essential, the wines of Paolo Bea—Umbria’s most celebrated vintner—have become must-haves for the serious connoisseur. A cellar stocked with Bea Sagrantino alongside the likes of Classified Growth Bordeaux, Premier/Grand Cru Burgundy, Barolo, and Brunello di Montalcino signals a discerning, adventurous palate.

Just arrived stateside: the newly released 2019 “Pipparello”, a 96-point Super Umbrian Rosso, expertly blended from Sangiovese, Sagrantino, and Montepulciano. This standout rivals Tuscany’s elite, from Sassicaia to Ornellaia, with an aging potential that goes the distance.

96 Points, Vinous Media:

“Youthfully intense … mixes silken textures with a wonderfully graceful feel, showing vividly pure red berry fruits and a cascade of spices, all offset by a tinge of sour citrus. This puckers the cheeks with concentration and a coating of fine-grained tannins, finishing structured yet with immaculate balance and poise. Rosy inner florals and sour cherry resonate.. Bury the 2019 deep in the cellar.”