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Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva DOC wine — Frentana winery — Dionysus

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva DOC

by Frentana · Abruzzo, Italy

TypeRed
GrapesMontepulciano
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Keeps for5–7 years
Bottled in0.75 l
FrentanaAbruzzo, Italy

About this wine

Vinification

The Montepulciano is harvested late and by hand, so that the fruit ripens fully. It is pressed gently and macerated for 20–25 days in concrete tanks, which brings out generous fruit and a velvety texture.

Ageing

The wine spends 12 months in French oak barrels, which give structure along with subtle woody and spicy notes. It then matures further in cement vats and in bottle, so that aromas and flavours come together harmoniously.

Tasting profile

Rich and dry, with generous fruit character and a velvety texture. Structured, with subtle woody and spicy notes from the oak, and harmonious aromas and flavours.

Serving and pairing

The text names no dishes. It suggests the wine for special occasions and quiet evenings in the colder months.

Vintage notes

The text names no vintage weather. It cites the Mundus Vini 2018 and Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2019 results, but gives no vintage year for the wine.

Label / history

Made to celebrate the winery's 60th anniversary, hence the name "1960". Awards: gold medal at Mundus Vini, 2018; gold medal at the Berliner Wein Trophy; bronze medal at the Decanter Asia Wine Awards, 2019.