CORSO XX SETTEMBRE
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo doc
RED WINE
BLEND – 100% Montepulciano
DESIGNATION – Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC
TYPE – Dry still wine from native grapes
ABV – 13,5%
GRAPE CARIETY – Montepulciano
TRAINING SYSTEM – Abruzzo-style pergola
YELD PER HECTARE – 10,000kg
PRODUCTION DISTRICT – Tocco da Casauria, Pescara
ALTITUDE – 360m asl
HARVEST – Last ten days of October
WINEMAKING METHOD – Fermentation on the skins
FERMENTATION – Controlled temperature 25 °C
MATURATION – Steel tanks; fibreglass-lined concrete vats
BOTTLING – 3 years after harvest
COLOUR – Deep ruby red nuanced with violet
NOSE – Heady, unmistakable bouquet, fruity notes of cherry and red berries
PALATE – Crisp against a pleasingly tart backdrop. Persistent, vigorous, nicely tannin-rich
SERVING TEMPERATURE – 18°C – 20°C
SUGGESTIONS – A winner any day and perfect for family get-togethers or time with friends
