Appelation Denominazione di Origine Controllata D.O.C Grape Montepulciano D’Abruzzo. Grape history The origin of this grape has always been uncertain. Also students as Molon (1906) classified it as a “Sangioveti” variety. Today it is sure that the two grapes have nothing in common. Cultivated mainly in Abruzzo and the other regions of centresouth Italy. Today, thanks to the passion of some producers and winemakers, the Montepulciano has emerged to the international limelight as one of the best quality red grapes in world. Production area Crecchio. Soil Deep, finely-textured, moderately alkaline,very calcareous. Clayey surface layer. Age of vineyards 40 years Cultivation Type Pergola Abruzzese Vines per hectare 1500/1600 Yield per hectare 5000/7000 kg Harvest Period: Beginning of November Harvest method: Hand-picked in crates Wine-making technique After destemming, maceration in stainless steel atfor 30 days and soft crushing in inert environment at 0.7 bar; maleolactic fermentation in wood Fermentation Container: stainless steel tanks Temperature: 24 - 26 °C Ageing 6 months in medium-toasted French oak barriques. Closure Natural Cork. Final composition Alcohol content: 14% vol. Organoleptic evaluation and food pairing Ruby red with garnet reflections, intense and persistent fragrance; the bouquet is intense, fruity, persistent, with notes of dried flowers, spice, liquorice, marasca cherries. The palate is stylish, velvety, almost creamy, compact with tannic structure that blends nicely with the alcoholic component. Great structure, complex, elegant, well balanced with a long aftertaste. Opulent fruit.Ideal for roasts, game, strongly flavoured dishes and mature cheese. Serving temperature 18/20°C