Montepulciano

Modern and with a fresh berry aroma, the Rosato from the Montepulciano grape of Villa Medoro presents itself. The colour is bright and the taste is nicely drinkable - an all-round relaxed pleasure. SUPERIORE.DE

Clear pink colour, with strong reflections, fresh cherry bouquet, characteristic, with floral notes. Dry, fruity on the palate, with aromas of sour cherries, raspberries and wild strawberries, plus the typical, very light almond note on the finish. A very harmonious rosé with a fresh and strong structure, which lingers nicely. SUPERIORE.DE

"Here I find a compelling display of ripe crushed cherries, with sweet herbs contrasting notes of moist earth and minerals. On the palate, the 2019 La Valentina Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo shows fleshy, soft textures focused on ripe fruits yet offset by vibrant acids and spice. The finish is medium in length, resonating on red berry and herbal tones. This is a pleasure to taste." Vinous

Montipagano is a pleasant, pure Montepulciano from organic farming. Strong ruby violet, great aroma of blackberry and lilac with earthy tones. On the palate beautiful fruit and structure. SUPERIORE.DE

Convincing Montepulciano d'Abruzzo of high quality at a very attractive price. Typical, strong fruit aroma, full-bodied taste and spicy structure. SUPERIORE.DE

"Beautiful ruby red color with violet reflections. Rich bouquet of red roses, black cherries, berries, rhubarb, black pepper. Hints of undergrowth and smoky tones. In the mouth with soft texture, balanced and with spicy tannins." Bibenda

Deep red colour, in the nose a complex spectrum of aromas fascinates. Dominated by the ripe berry fragrance, with hints of plums and tobacco. Powerful and intense on the palate, rich in extracts, with juicy soft tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

This Montepulciano d'Abruzzo fascinates with its flattering bouquet of wild berries and balsamic notes. On the palate notes of dark berries, dense and soft, juicy tannins and fine cocoa touch. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of ripe plum, sour cherry, licorice, oregano and oyster shell. It’s medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins. Juicy, flavorful and fresh." James Suckling

The Gianni Masciarelli line is intended to embody the typicality of the region, and so this Rosato is powerful and full-bodied, as you would expect from the grape variety and terroir. Intense cherry pink. Delicately fruity-spicy aroma, robust on the palate with plenty of structure. Finishes with a fine minerality and berry fruit. SUPERIORE.DE

Concentrated and of beautiful complexity is the Tralcetto. Already in the powerful bouquet of sweet and sour cherries it betrays its initial grape. True to the classic style, it reveals a very good taste with powerful fruit. A wonderful Montepulciano with a nuanced spectrum of aromas and a remarkable finish. SUPERIORE.DE

A splendid Montepulciano Rosato from Abruzzo with a rosé colour typical for the white vinification of red grapes. Harmonious, fine and elegant on the palate. A light, fresh and very balanced wine. SUPERIORE.DE

Deep ruby red colour with violet tinges. Clean, intense and persistent on the nose, with notes of red fruits, blackberries and sour cherries. Full and fruity on the palate, with notes of tobacco and liquorice on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense garnet with purple. In the nose of ripe forest fruits, undergrowth, strawberry jam, in the aftertaste of noble mushrooms. Opens up hearty and red-fruity on the palate with well integrated tannin, not too bulky, nicely balanced, drinkable, good food companion!" Falstaff

"Bright blackberries and blueberries are at the forefront on the nose. Medium-bodied with a persistent line of confident acidity and plenty of playful citrus and chestnut undertones." James Suckling

Classic Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, emphatically fresh and not too heavy. Small red berries and spices on the nose, harmonious and round on the palate. Great value. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of blackcurrants, blackberries, cloves, sandalwood and seashells. Ash and smoked meat, too. It’s medium-to full-bodied with smooth tannins. Some smoky minerality on the finish. Rich, juicy nature to this." James Suckling

Ripe red fruits in the bouquet, the taste soft and supple, juicy and beautifully structured. Very enjoyable wine for every day. SUPERIORE.DE

Every year one of the top rosés of Abruzzo: cherry red colour with violet reflections. Intense bouquet of red berries, elegant fragrance, aromatic and very harmonious overall impression. Long lasting on the palate and much more than just any terrace wine. SUPERIORE.DE

Pure Rosato from Montepulciano grapes: Brilliant, bright colour, fresh, fruity, floral fragrance, notes of red berries and a hint of citrus. Smooth, juicy and full-bodied on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense cherry pink with brilliant reflexes. Fruity and complex nose, slightly spicy, rich young cherry, forest berries, blood orange juice. Balanced on the palate, well balanced, nice balance between fruit and acidity, good length, nice play." Falstaff

"Bright, pale cherry-red color. Lots of ripe strawberries on the nose here, with some peach and rose-petal jam, too. A medium-to full-bodied Cerasuolo rosé with medium acidity and pronounced red-fruit and candied-cherry flavors." James Suckling

"The 2019 Villa Gemma Cerasuolo shows depths of rich red berry fruits on the nose, complemented by notes of sweet sage, a hint of lemon, and crushed stone. On the palate, silky textures wash across the senses, buzzing with energy, as brisk acids create a push-and-pull of savory and sweet, while saline-minerals saturate toward the finale. Rosy florals, cranberry, and a hint of spice all linger for what seems to be a full minute, with a hint of fine tannin to punctuate the experience. This is a gorgeous expression of Montepulciano fruit, and it shows why Cerasuolo is such a popular category in Abruzzo." Vinous

Ramitello impresses with an immense perfume fullness of intense red fruit aromas and delicate balsamic notes. The taste is warm and full, with rich fruit tones spiced with a hint of tobacco and liquorice. SUPERIORE.DE

Rosso del Duca is a very classic Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. Powerful fragrance of blueberries, cherries and cocoa, on the palate straightforward and untiring. SUPERIORE.DE

Deep dark red, complex, almost beguiling aroma reminiscent of full, ripe raspberries and strawberries; finest spice, creamy, chocolaty, very haunting. On the palate soft, incredibly dense and opulent. SUPERIORE.DE

Rich, full and typical of the variety, Spelt Rosato has an intense aroma and a fruity, dry taste, a slender acid wire and a clear, full-bodied final. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 La Valentina Spelt leads off with a mineral-intense and perfumed bouquet, as notes of bright cherry and white smoke fill the senses. It floods the palate with silky textures, further complemented by a mix of red and blue berry fruits with a stunning mix of vibrant acids and hints of tannin. The finish is long, teeming with energy, and buzzing with zesty spices and a slight herbal twang." Vinous

Deep dark Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva with a beguiling scent of dark red cherries and berry fruits, along with earthy notes, tar, spices and liquorice. "A mouthful of wine" in an incredibly appealing style. Spelt has a remarkable concentration and excellent length. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, shining ruby grenade. In the nose of ripe forest berries and raspberries, elegant fruit, delicate spice, in the aftertaste of bread crust and light leather. Juicy and clear on the palate, spreads elegantly, crisp fruit with tightly woven tannin, appears very young, in the aftertaste again juicy and slightly salty, good and safe ripening potential." Falstaff

"Moderately saturated ruby. Ink, smoke, plum and red berries dominate the inviting nose. Then youthfully chewy but fine-grained, boasting long, clean, savory flavors that bring the aromas to mind. This strapping Montepulciano is relatively light on its feet." Vinous

"Bright lemons and oranges highlight raspberry and strawberry overtones. The medium-bodied palate is finely wound up in tightly buttoned tannins and driven along by vertical acidity and umami undertones." James Suckling

Medoro's famous top plant Montepulciano Adrano, which is elegant and typical of the variety, spreads a fine fruity aroma. The taste is led by a rich fruit, which is perfectly embedded in a full, deliciously spicy structure. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Villa Medoro 2015 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane Adrano shows a classic aromatic profile with dark fruit tones followed by leather and mild tobacco. This wine ages in oak for 12 months, and the impact of that wood emerges mostly in terms of the rich and slightly dense texture of the mouthfeel. Those contrasts between dark fruit and oak spice are nicely played, and they are perfectly suited to a rib-eye steak." Robert Parker

Deep dark ruby red. Full, deep bouquet, reminiscent of dark berries. Its classic and elegant taste with a delicate oak spice leaves nothing to be desired. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of crushed herbs and spiced cherry show a pleasing depth on the nose. Medium in weight, the palate brings juicy red cherry, tobacco and earth, with slightly sandy tannins rising up on the finish. Sourced from a single vineyard in the Colline Teramane DOCG, it shows very good vibrancy and concentration." Wine Enthusiast

Powerful, concentrated Montepulciano with elegant wood notes and multilayered fruit aromas, true to the terroir and modern. Impressive richness that offers very pleasant palate pleasure. Equally impressive the long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A red with plenty of ripe-berry, tar, ash and walnut aromas and flavors. It’s full-bodied and layered with lots of fruit and flavor." James Suckling

Don Luigi Riserva, a solid, powerful red from Montepulciano and Aglianico, has an intense, complex bouquet of sour cherries pickled in alcohol and a rich, delicately woody taste with a long, warm finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A rich and spicy red with dried-plum and phenolic grape-skin character. Medium body, round tannins and a straightforward finish." James Suckling

"A harmonious red, with light, sculpted tannins, layered with brambly blackberry and currant flavors, grilled herb and smoky mineral accents and hints of fig cake, black olive and spice. Medium- to full-bodied, presenting a bright, lingering finish." Wine Spectator

Binomio Riserva presents itself as a courageous and very successful experiment of Fattoria La Valentina in collaboration with Azienda Agricola Inama. A fine selection of Montepulciano grapes from vineyards up to 400m above sea level, matured in barriques, performs the balancing act between tradition, type fidelity and modernity. Complex and smoky the bouquet with appetizing sour cherry aromas, strong and elegant the taste, which tolerates the concentrated tannins and the appropriate alcohol component well. SUPERIORE.DE