Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC
Podere
First vintage: 1993
Montepulciano 100%
Abruzzo
Montepulciano is one of the most widespread indigenous varieties in Italy, and is cultivated predominently along the Adriatic side of the peninsula.
The Umani Ronchi version of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is intended to be an interpretation of this vine which aims to exalt its varietal characteristics and its freshness, combining these qualities with just the right amount of charm and softness. The result is a very pleasant and drinkable wine which goes with many different kinds of dishes.
Characteristics
DENOMINATION
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC
GRAPE VARIETIES
Montepulciano 100%
AREA OF PRODUCTION
Abruzzo
VINEYARD
The vineyards from which we obtain the grapes are located predominantly in the provinces of Chieti and Teramo. The most widespread training system in the Abruzzo Region is the tendone, which is known for being a fairly productive system. Where it is used with the correct balance, it can yield grapes of excellent quality.
TRAINING SYSTEM
Tendone
HARVEST
The harvest is carried out by hand and normally takes place in the period from the end of September through the first ten days of October.
VINIFICATION
Maceration for a maximum of ten days, in steel fermenting vats, followed first by alcoholic and then malolactic fermentation.
AGING
The wine then moves on maturing process, in steel for about 4 months. The wine rests for a short while in bottle before being put on sale.
AVAILABLE FORMATS
75 cl / 1.5 litre bottles
Tasting
COLOR
A young and immediately drinkable wine: ruby red colour with violet tints.
SCENT
Delicate aromas of plum and morello cherry.
TASTE
Robust and full-bodied in the mouth, slightly tannin-rich with a dry and flavourful finish.
PAIRINGS
Pasta with meat sauces, roast white and red meat, chicken and rabbit chasseur, mixed grills.
SERVING GLASS
Goblet of medium size and roughly spherical shape, to allow better appreciation of the complex aromas.
IDEAL SERVING TEMPERATURE
18°C
Prizes and Awards
James Suckling 202492 pts | Vintage 2023
Wine Enthusiast USA - Giu. 201285/100 | Vintage 2010
New Zealand Int. Wine Show NZ - 2012Bronze Medal | Vintage 2010
Quaff - Ed. HGBForeign red wine of the year award | Vintage 2002
Selections Mondiales des Vins 2007 - CAMédaille d'Argent | Vintage 2005
