Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 'Le Terre dell'Abate' Zaccagnini 2021

The Montepulciano d'Abruzzo “La Cuvée dell'Abate” by Zaccagnini is a direct and engaging wine, presenting itself with a nose where fruit and spices alternate in balance. A bottle where quality, territoriality, and expressiveness come together in a single sip, narrating the commitment of the Zaccagnini family to showcase the typical varieties of Abruzzo viticulture. “La Cuvée dell’Abate” is pleasant already now, but it is also capable of maturing for a few more years, ensuring excellent organoleptic retention: the choice is yours, but in any case, this Montepulciano will not disappoint!

The “Cuvée dell’Abate” by Zaccagnini is a Montepulciano d’Abruzzo that arises from a particular approach in the vineyard. Among the rows of Montepulciano, integrated pest management is practiced alongside classic conventional agriculture. The grapes obtained from the thinning of the bunches are gently pressed, and the must obtained from this operation macerates using the submerged cap technique, fermenting in stainless steel containers. The final aging phase first involves a stabilization period in steel, for a total of 4 months, and then a passage in large barrels for a total duration of 6 months.

The Montepulciano d'Abruzzo “La Cuvée dell'Abate” Zaccagnini presents itself to the eye with a typically ruby color. The bouquet of notes that greets the nose tells of a range that is mainly fruity and spicy, outlined with linearity and clarity. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with a refreshing sip that envelops the palate with a fresh and fruity taste, characterized by a fine and subtle tannic structure. A red that travels from Abruzzo to our tables, proving versatile both for aperitifs and for the entire meal, pairing well with meat-based menus.