Appellation: Montepulciano D’Abruzzo DOP
Grapes: Montepulciano
It is a wine that has made the history of modern Abruzzo wine-making. Today Montepulciano has emerged to the international limelight as one of the best quality red grapes in world.
Grape history:
The origin of this grape has always been uncertain. Cultivated mainly in Abruzzo and the other regions of centre-south Italy. Today, thanks to the passion of some producers and winemakers, Montepulciano D’Abruzzo has emerged to the international limelight as one of the best quality red grapes in world.
Winemaking:
After destemming, maceration in stainless steel vats for 15-20 days and soft crushing.
Fermentation: stainless steel tanks at: 24 – 26 °C.
Ageing: 4 months in stainless steel
Organoleptic evaluation and food pairing:
This wine has a ruby red colour with garnet reflections. intense, persistent and fruity and flowery fragrance with hints of cherry, blackberries, ripe red fruits. Well-bodied, tannic and well balanced. Excellent with flavoured first dishes, roast meats, mature cheeses and dark chocolate.
Serving temperature: 16/18°C