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Montepulciano d'Abruzzo

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo produces vibrant, fruit-forward reds from the Montepulciano grape along the Adriatic coast and interior hills of Abruzzo. The variety (distinct from the Tuscan town of Montepulciano) produces deeply coloured wines with soft tannins, ripe dark cherry, chocolate, and herbs — one of Italy's most food-friendly and value-driven red DOCs. The Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo is a celebrated deeply coloured rosé from the same grape.

Year Rating Notes
2023 Excellent vintage for Abruzzo; ripe dark fruit with good structure and typical varietal generosity
2022 Outstanding year; concentrated and dense Montepulciano with depth exceeding typical DOC ambition
2021 Balanced, approachable year with characteristic soft tannins and fresh cherry fruit
2020 Hot year producing powerful, concentrated Montepulciano with excellent aging potential
2019 Classic Abruzzo vintage with excellent varietal expression; dark cherry, chocolate, and herb in harmony