Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Valentini is an iconic red wine, 100% Montepulciano. Aged extensively in barrels and bottle, it offers a ruby color, aromas of red fruits and spices. On the palate, it is powerful, austere, and very persistent.
Italy - Abruzzo Dry red wine Montepulciano 100%
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Colour
Intense ruby red, with garnet reflections upon aging
Bouquet
Complex, ripe red fruits, spices, tobacco, leather, balsamic notes. Great evolution.
Taste
Austere, powerful, fine yet persistent tannins. Great structure and balance. Long and mineral finish.
Alcohol content
13.5% – 14.5% vol
Type of glass
Large Bordeaux or Grand Cru glass, to best express its aromatic complexity
Pairings
Important red meats, game, roasts, stews, aged cheeses, and truffle dishes
Refinement
Long aging in large oak barrels and several years in bottle for optimal maturity and complexity
Vinification
Traditional: spontaneous fermentation, long maceration of skins, no filtration before bottling