Ep. 138 Monty Waldin interviews Lamberto Spacchetti (Colle Ciocco Winery) | Discover Italian Regions: Umbria

In this episode Monty Waldin meets Lamberto Spacchetti, owner of Colle Ciocco winery in Montefalco, Umbria. Before starting his wine business in Montefalco, Lamberto spent 40 years in the navy as a Commander. His experience taught him a great deal also on the weather and particularly on winds and their impact on grape growing. Monty and Lamberto also talk about pairing Sagrantino with local dishes such as wild boar, truffles, and T-bone steak and Sagrantino Passito with cheese. He also Lamberto also talks about one of Colle Ciocco whites, the Clarignano Umbria Bianco IGT, a blend of Grechetto and Viognier. Tune in for another gourmet stop in the wine heart of Umbria!