Description
GRAPES
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 90%, Sangiovese 10%
PRODUCTION AREA
In the heart of the province of Chieti, between the Maiella National Park and the Adriatic Sea.
GROUND
Hilly, with medium altitude of 230 metres above sea level, prevalently clay and limestone.
SELLING PERIOD
Determined by the oenologist in relation to the optimal characteristics of the product. In any case not before the month of May of the second year after the one of vinification.
VINIFICATION
Long maceration on the skins at controlled temperature.
REFINING PROCESS
12 months in big barrels made of oak of Slavonia and a short period in bottle.
STYLE
Gently fruity, respectful of the tastes of the cuisine.
ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS
Intense ruby red color with violet shimmers. Wide perfumes of red mature fruit, flower notes of violet and rose and fine spicy and sweet notes. Of excellent structure, warm, full and rich of fruity notes.
FOOD AND WINE PAIRINGS
Ideal partner for the typical Mediterranean cuisine, it matches pretty well with the first courses with meat-based sauces and with red and white grilled meat. Excellent with various medium matured cheese.
ALCOHOL CONTENT
14% vol.
CLOSURES
Available either with traditional cork or BVS screw top.
SIZES
Bottles: 1.5 L / 0.75 L
