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

The rugged, red-tinged rocky landscape of Ripe in the immediate vicinity of the vineyards gave its name to the Riparosso. Its intense bouquet of delicately fresh character is beguiling, the velvety and mild taste absolutely seductive. SUPERIORE.DE

"Vanilla notes on the nose with very ripe fruit aromas. Fresh on the palate with smooth texture." Decanter

"Savory tones of dried tobacco and mentholated herbs ride over a ripe bramble-berry core on the nose. The light-bodied palate follows suit, adding in a tangy crushed stone. There's real grip to the tannins but the succulent, crunchy fruit offers a fine counterbalance." Wine Enthusiast

"The 2018 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riparosso opens up with violette pastille, blueberries and sweet spice, neatly framed by a whiff of savory herbs. It boasts soft, fleshy textures and ripe black fruits while leaving salty minerals and vibrant acids to slowly fizzle out. This is long, persistent and fruit-focused, yet it maintains balance, leaving pretty inner florals and the slight tug of youthful tannin." Vinous

"A medium-bodied red with aromas of sour cherries, lavender, crushed stones and cedar. Firm, fine-grained tannins and bright acidity." James Suckling

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

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

Clear pink colour with strong reflections. Fresh cherry bouquet, characteristic and with floral notes. Dry and fruity on the palate, with aromas of sour cherries, raspberries and wild strawberries, plus the typical very light almond tone on the finish. A very harmonious rosé with a fresh and powerful structure that lingers beautifully and is a pleasure to drink. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, intense raspberry pink. In the nose of watermelon, cherry juice and a hint of blood oranges, light pomegranate in the aftertaste. On the palate clear and with delicate fruit melting, spreads freshly over the tongue, compact and slightly salty, fine length." Falstaff

"The 2020 Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo charms with a delicate display of wild strawberries, nuanced florals and hints of stone dust. It's a vibrant and juicy effort that fleshes out across the palate with mineral-tinged fruits and savory spice. A buzz of residual acids lingers, forcing the mouth to water, as this tapers off to hard red candies and inner rose tones. The 2020 La Valentina is a spirited Cerasuolo for poolside sipping." Vinous

Deep red colour, fascinating complex aroma spectrum on the nose. Dominated by the ripe berry scent, with hints of plums and tobacco. Powerful and intense on the palate, rich in extract, with juicy soft tannins. 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

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

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 a fine hint of cocoa. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2018 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Jorio takes its time opening up in the glass. At first the wine is smoky with peppery florals and hints of camphor. Patience is rewarded, as this deepens with shades of violet, giving way to crushed blackberry and hints of spiced citrus. It's silky yet lifted in feel, with juicy acids and soothingly ripe red and black fruits. This closes incredibly fresh with a flourish of pretty inner florals and hints of licorice. The 2018 Jorio really captures the energy of the vintage and is a pleasure to taste." Vinous

"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

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

Pure-varietal Rosato made from Montepulciano grapes: strong bright cherry-pink, fresh fruity, floral scent, notes of red berries and a hint of citrus and blood orange. Supple, juicy and full-bodied on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

"The wickedly fresh 2020 Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo Villa Gemma leads with dusty red florals, dried strawberries and sweet white smoke. It fills the palate with fleshy textures contrasted by zesty acids and spice. Tart cherry and hints of blueberry collect toward the close, along with hints of round tannin. This is persistent and lightly structured, yet it still buzzes with energy, making the 2020 an excellent option for drinking now or through short-term cellaring. Nicely done." Vinous

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

"The 2016 Ramitello blends 85% Montepulciano to 15% Aglianico to create a dark, floral and alluring bouquet. A dusting of crushed violets, blackberries, vanilla bean and hints of animal musk waft up from the glass. It's velvety in texture yet lifted in feel, while leaning toward the savory spectrum with its concentrated mix of tart wild berries and salty minerals. Brisk acids maintain energy even as fine tannins slowly mount, all under a lasting air of black licorice and hints of tar. This is nicely done and a fantastic value." Vinous

Rosso del Duca is a very classic Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. Powerful aroma of blueberries, cherries and cocoa, straightforward and tireless on the palate. 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

A dark berry, radiant Montepulciano in a rich, dark garnet red. Cassis, blueberry and ripe wild raspberry on the nose. Opens on the palate with grippy tannin, juicy, powerful, savoury-spicy course. SUPERIORE.DE

"Deep lustrous ruby. Savoury-sweet oak nose with brooding dark fruit and hints of meat. The oak takes a big step back on the palate only adding a light dustiness to the cherry fruit. Bitter-sweet, powdery tannins add depth and soft grip to the fruit on the juicy finish. An international mould, which it more than manages to rise above." Jancis Robinson

"Aromas of sour cherry, blackcurrant, lemon zest, bark and licorice. It's medium-to full-bodied with firm, fine tannins. Chewy and savory with a spiced finish." James Suckling

"This is a highly recognized wine that enjoys its own special following in Italy and beyond. The 2016 Conero Riserva Cúmaro is a pure expression of Montepulciano from the Conero bluffs that dip into the Adriatic Sea on a small promontory where sunshine and sea breezes caress the vines. This wine is stacked tall and wide with dark fruit, sweet spice and cured tobacco. The wine is beautifully balanced, full and ripe. A classic Marchigiano lamb roast would pair nicely here." Robert Parker

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

"In 1994, the Di Properzio brothers founded this vineyard in the hinterland of Pescara and focus on terroir wines in the vineyards - like the Spelt: Smells of stone fruit, violets and blackcurrants; balanced in the mouth, the robust tannins contribute to the polish, shows elegance until the spicy-fruity final." Vinum

"Bright, luminous ruby garnet. 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, seems very young, but again juicy and slightly salty in the finish, good and secure ageing 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

Generously the racy Grosso Agontano Riserva exudes its ripe bouquet of sour cherry and cocoa. The taste is rich, dynamic and juicy with dense, soft tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

"Generous aromas of dark plums and cherries, violets, liquorice, thyme and coffee bean. Firm tannins and elegant oak flavours." Decanter