Montepulciano D' Abruzzo

appellation
DOC
area
Abruzzo (Central Italy)
grapes
Montepulciano
alcohol level
13,5% vol.
bottle size
750 ml
vinification and ageing
The stems are separated from the grapes,
which are softly pressed in cylinders under
pressure gently breaking their skins and
releasing the juice. The juice is left to macerate
on the skins for about a week in rotating
temperature controlled stainless steel vinifiers
at a temperature of about 28-30°C. After
the alcoholic fermentation is over, the wine
undergoes also the malolactic fermentation,
a process that lowers total acidity and makes
wines seem rounder and fuller in flavor.
colour
Brilliant, attractive and warm ruby-red color.
bouquet
Ample and remarkably complex, with vinous
and characteristic tones.
flavour
Dry on the palate and gracious, with delicate
and soft veining, a fine and harmonious balance.
serving temperature
Best served around 16° - 18° C.
food matches
The wine can be consumed throughout a
meal and makes a fine accompaniment for
all red meat dishes, savory preparations of the
rural tradition and moderately aged cheeses