FANTINI THREE DREAMERS FROM DRIED GRAPES OF MONTEPULCIANO D'ABRUZZO FANTINI WINES

Variety: Montepulciano D'Abruzzo

Production Area: Cantalupo single vineyard, Notaresco (TE).

Vinification: The harvest period takes place in the third decade of September; manual harvest in small boxes of approximately 5 kg with careful selection of individual bunches.

Drying of the grapes in a thermo-conditioned drying room, in controlled and variable temperature and humidity conditions during the process. The drying period is 120 days during which the grapes gradually dehydrate, developing the fruity aromas typical of the drying process. At the end of drying the grapes have a degree of dehydration of 40%. Soft pressing and fermentative maceration in steel for 6 months at a temperature of 25/30°. Aging in American oak barriques for 18 months.

Sensory Characteristics: Intense ruby ​​red with violet reflections. The aromas are deep and complex consisting of a bouquet of ripe fruit, raisins, blackberry, black cherry, cinnamon with an aftertaste of vanilla and dark chocolate. It is enveloping on the palate, characterized by a rich bouquet of blackcurrants, fruit in alcohol and a spicy note of pepper, tobacco and liquorice. A meaty, full and rich wine, well enlivened by the flavor and the perfect balance between velvety tannins and acidity. It fades into the long and inexhaustible finish which recalls all the toasting sensations of the passage in wood to which it was subjected.

Pairings: Elegance and structure make it perfect with feathered and furred game, red meats, long-matured cheeses. It is the ideal companion for long conversations.