“Spelt” Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Riserva DOC 2022 (BIO)

Fattoria La Valentina | Abruzzo
Fattoria La Valentina s.r.l. | Via della Torretta 52 | IT 65010 Spoltore

12073122 · 0,75 l · 26,27 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

The name 'Spelt' is a reminder of the spelt that once grew on the hills where the vineyard and the village of Spoltore now stand; the village's name itself derives from this ancient cereal. Since 1990, the Di Properzio brothers have been cultivating their vineyards here using certified organic methods, convinced that true quality can only be achieved through respect for natural balances. The grapes come from around 20 hectares in the municipalities of Spoltore, San Valentino and Scafa, at altitudes of 150 to 400 metres on a south to south-west facing slope, on medium-heavy clay soils that lend the single-varietal Montepulciano its power and structure. Following cold maceration and around three weeks' fermentation in stainless-steel tanks, the wine matures for 16 months, partly in barriques and tonneaux, and partly in large Slavonian oak casks, followed by around a year in the bottle.

A deep garnet red in the glass. Dark berry fruit and cherry mingle with violet, tobacco and subtle spicy notes. Full-bodied and dense on the palate, with a firm, supple tannin structure and fresh acidity; the finish is long and spicy. A Riserva that demonstrates that the hills of Spoltore have long since ceased to yield only spelt, but now produce a Montepulciano of remarkable depth and power. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark and mysterious – the 2022 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva Spelt draws the taster close to the glass to savour its warming blend of spicy herbs, floral undergrowth, cedar-like spicy notes and dried black cherries. Silky and round, it possesses fantastic energy and vibrancy, with lively acidity and crisp notes of wild berries. The finish leaves a slight balsamic aftertaste and a tantalising hint of edgy tannins." Vinous

"A dark and chocolaty wine, polished if not pristine, with cassis and graphite aromas. Full-bodied, it shows velvety tannins that are well tamed and integrated, refreshing acidity and an almost salty finish. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best from 2026." James Suckling