MONTEPULCIANO D'ABRUZZO DOC BIOLOGICO

Name: Montepulciano d’Abruzzo D.O.C. Line: Biologico / Organic Type: Red Wine Alcohol Content: 13,50 % alc./vol. Closing: Cork Type of soil: clay and slightly medium-textured. Geographic position of the Vineyards: municipality of Rocca San Giovanni (CH), Santa Maria Imbaro, Mozzagrogna, Fossacesia, Lanciano, San Vito Chietino; most suited hills overlooking the Trabocchi coast with a Southern, South-Eastern aspect. Harvest: handmade, first 20 days of October. Vinification: soft pressing of the grapes, maceration for 6-7 days in steel at a controlled temperature (26-27°C); Maturation and aging: in stainless steel vessels for 10-12 months before the bottling takes place. Technical description: deep purple color; it distinguish itself for the thick tannins, soft and not very aggressive to the palate. Scents of cherry and marasca cherry with a full-bodied final, supported by a great extractive and alcoholic force. Lifespan of wine: if properly stored, this wine keeps its integrity for 2-3 years. Temperature of Service: 16-18°C