FANTINI CASALE VECCHIO MONTEPULCIANO D'ABRUZZO

Grape variety: Montepulciano D'Abruzzo

Production Area: Municipalities of Ortona, Pollutri, in the province of Chieti

Vinification: bloodletting equal to 10%, inoculation with “Selezione Fantini” yeasts. Low temperatures in the first days of fermentation to extract polyphenols, substances responsible for the red color of the wine. Subsequent temperature control around 27° C. Malolactic fermentation and aging in American wood barriques for approximately six months.

Idea of ​​the Wine: wine with excellent structure and pleasantly fruity, soft tannins. Sensory Characteristics: clear color, very consistent, ruby ​​red with purple reflections. Upon olfactory examination, it is of excellent intensity and good complexity, with hints of ripe red fruit, amaretto, marzipan and sweet spices. On the palate it is dry and warm, soft with fine tannins. It is a wine with excellent flavor and good balance.

Food pairings: wine suitable for any occasion. It pairs well with risottos, especially those with mushrooms and truffles, and cured meat appetizers. Furthermore, this Montepulciano is excellent for pairing with first courses based on homemade pasta, of which it enhances the authenticity and genuineness.