Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC 2024 - Fattoria La Valentina

Part of Fattoria La Valentina's Classica line, this Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC is made to reflect its grape variety. The vineyards are in Spoltore, San Valentino and Scafa; the grapes are vinified in steel, with at least 18 months' ageing, 80 per cent in steel and the rest in oak barrels and second-use barriques. The result is a structured and very pleasant Montepulciano. It suits meat or earthy dishes, especially tagliatelle with rabbit ragu. Ruby red and vivid, it opens with small red fruits, liquorice and spice, with a soft, enveloping, full palate and balanced tannin.