Montepulciano d'Abruzzo (Italy)
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC is a red wine from Abruzzo.
It is made from minimum 85% Montepulciano grapes.
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Flavors
Black Berries and Sour Cherries are typical Montepulciano d'Abruzzo flavors.
With Peppery Spices and Herbal notes of Oregano and Tomato.
 Black Cherry |
 Black Currant |
 Blackberry |
 Sour Cherry |
 Spices |
 Pepper |
 Tomato |
 Oregano |
Tertiary Flavors from Aging:
 Oak |
 Tobacco |
 Cocoa |
 Leather |
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Profile
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is known for smooth tannins and high acidity:
| BODY: | Medium - Plus |
| TANNINS: | Medium - Plus |
| FRUIT: | Medium |
| ACIDITY: | Medium - High |
| ALCOHOL: | 13% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 17-18°C (63-64°F) |
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Food Pairing
Because of Tannins and Acidity, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo pairs best with Rich Food.
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo pairs well with both Italian and International Food.
 Antipasti |
 Olive Oil |
 Rich Pasta |
 Rich Pizza |
 Rabbit |
 Pork |
 Lamb |
 Veal |
 Hamburger |
 Duck |
 Wild Boar |
 Deer |
Excellent Pairings
Aceto Balsamico Sauce.
Rich Pasta. Lasagne with Truffles.
Hamburger. Meatloaf.
Barbeque. Roasted Meat.
Lamb. Veal. Pork. Goat.
Asian. Curry. Saffron.
Italian Specialities
Tagliatelle al Ragu.
The Ideal Glass for Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
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The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl. The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance. The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste. |
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Montepulciano DOC(G)
Abruzzo has 2 pure Montepulciano DOCGs and 2 DOCs.
Under most of the DOC requirements, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo must contain from 80 to 100% Montepulciano grapes and up to 20% other grapes (Sangiovese).
| Name | DOC(G) | Grapes |
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| Colline Teramane Montepulciano d’Abruzzo | DOCG 2003 | 90% Montepulciano |
| Terre Tolesi - Tullum | DOCG 2019 | 95% Montepulciano |
| Montepulciano d’Abruzzo | DOC 1968 | 85% Montepulciano |
| Villamagna DOC | DOC 2011 | 95% Montepulciano |
The Rosé (Rosato) style of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is called Cerasuolo (Cherry). With aromas of orange peel, cinnamon, strawberry and dried cherries, it is a perfect match to Mediterranean and International food:
| Name | DOC(G) | Grapes |
|---|---|---|
| Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo Rosato | DOC 2010 | 85% Montepulciano |
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo should not be confused with Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, a Tuscan wine made mainly from Sangiovese.
Wine Region Abruzzo
Climate
Abruzzo has a mediterranean climate, with hot summers and cold winters, which makes it ideal for growing wine grapes.
Soil
The soil varies from clayey and calcareous in the coastal areas to rocky and sandy in the mountains.
Red Wines |
White Wines |
Colline Teramane |
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Rosé Wines |
Sparkling Wines |
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Black Grapes |
White Grapes |
60% Montepulciano |
30% Trebbiano |
Appelations
Colline Teramane DOCG
Casauria DOCG (proposed)
Terre Tollesi/Tullum DOCG
Abruzzo DOC
Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC
Controguerra DOC
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC
Ortona DOC
Trebbiano d’Abruzzo DOC
Villamagna DOC