MONTEPULCIANO D'ABRUZZO DOC RISERVA RUBESTO

Name: Rubesto Appellation: Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Riserva D.O.C. Line: Selection Type: Red wine Alcohol content: 13,50 % alc./vol. Closing: Natural Cork Type of soil: medium– textured and calcareous Geographic position of the Vineyards: municipality of Rocca San Giovanni, most suited hills overlooking the Costa dei Trabocchi, with a Southern, South-Eastern aspect. Harvest: handmade in the second decade of October Vinification: soft pressing of the grapes, maceration and fermentation with the skins for 10 to 15 days in stainless steel small fermenters, at a controlled temperature. Maturation and aging: maturation in French– oak tonneau for about 14 months; after that, a further aging in stainless steel tanks and then in the bottles for a few months. Technical description: Deep ruby red colour, aging gives some burgundy red shades; the nose is complex with black cherry aromas, violet, spicy notes and vanilla; on the palate the wine is intense and persistent; tannins give an elegant and long finish. Lifespan of Wine: if properly stored this wine keeps its integrity for 5 or more years. Temperature of Service 16-18°C