Region: Italy, Colonel, Anlaran, Controguerra, Rose Garden, Abruzzo

Grape variety: Montepulciano

Background: Vineyards are located within the townships of Colonnella, Ancorano and Controguerra and cover a total of 25 hectares (nearly 62 acres).

Winemaking process: Vinification begins with soft pressing and de-stalking with maceration on skins and fermentation for twenty days. Malolactic fermentation takes place in American barrique and aging continues for six months.

Tasting notes: Very deep, brilliant ruby with purple reflections, the bouquet shows excellent intensity and richness, with notes of ripe red fruit, amaretto cookies, marzipan and sweet spices. Mellow, flavourful and complex on the palate, with smooth, velvety tannins, outstanding freshness and balance.

Food pairing: Ideal pairings are robust first courses, cold cuts and salami, particularly the excellent varieties to be found in the Abruzzo region, as well as roasts and stews.

Awards

Mundus Wines 2021 - Silver Medal

Sakura Awards 2021 - Silver Medal

Korea Wine Challenge 2020 - Silver Medal

Luca Maroni 2020 - 94 points

750ML

Contains sulphites