MONTEPULCIANO D’ABRUZZO DOP
Montepulciano is a grape variety originating from Abruzzo. The first attestations of its existence in the region date back to the 18th c.; they are descriptions of the cultivation of Montepulciano in Peligna Valley (Abruzzo). After WW2, its cultivation spread to the entire hilly coastal region. Montepulciano is the main grape variety in Abruzzo nowadays. This is a vine that grows both on the inner mountain regions and on the hills, as well as along the coast.
The wine has a bright ruby-red color with purple hues, with a tendency to garnet if aged. Scents of red fruits and spices, intense and ethereal. full, dry, harmonious and rightly tannic flavor at the palate.
This wine combines perfectly with braised meat, roast, noble poultry and aged cheeses.