The king of Abruzzo grape varieties, Montepulciano finds its most solemn expression in the Riserva, capable of defying the decades while gaining mineral finesse and fascinating spice notes.
Deep red with violet reflections. The nose is an aromatic kaleidoscope: aromas of rose and blueberry jam lead the way to spicy notes of white pepper, cumin, liquorice and mineral undertones of graphite. The sip is imposing and voluminous, punctuated by dense, vital tannins and supported by a vibrant freshness.
Majestic alongside flavourful dishes such as pasta with rich ragù, mushroom risottos, game and important red meats. Serving temperature: 16-18°C.
Destemming and 15-20 day fermentation of the crushed grapes in 50 hl oak vats, maintained at 28-30°C. After this prolonged maceration and a 48-hour decanting, the liquid fraction ages for 18 months, of which a full 9 in barriques.
The soils are medium-textured tending to clay with south exposure. Training system: awning and espalier. The harvest is normally carried out by hand in the second decade of October.
