Questo vino
Vineyard and terroir
Podere Frontino lies in the province of Chieti, an area devoted to red grapes for Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC. The Riserva comes from 6 ha of hillside vineyards spread across the sunny Bucchianico hills. The vines average 10 years of age and grow at approximately 280 m above sea level in medium calcareous clay soils. Significant temperature variations between day and night favor grape quality. The vines are Guyot-trained and managed for low, selected yields.
Grapes
100% Montepulciano.
Vinification
The bunches are picked by hand and softly pressed. Traditional red vinification takes place in stainless-steel tanks, followed by 30 days of maceration on the skins.
Ageing
The wine is matured for 18 months in small 5 hl oak barrels. It then continues to develop in stainless-steel tanks before bottling.
Technical data
- Alcohol: 15.5% vol.
- Total acidity: 5.5 g/L
- Residual sugar: 8 g/L
- Bottle: “Borgognotta” 750 ml, packed in cases of six
Tasting profile
Intense ruby red with violet highlights. The vinous bouquet balances fruit and spice, with nuances of maraschino cherry and ripe plum. The palate is dry, structured and lightly tannic. It is presented as a wine with considerable longevity.
Serving and pairing
Serve at 18°C with meat, game or mature cheeses.
