Tritàno Montepulciano d'Abruzzo

Region: Abruzzo

Red grape’s variety: 100% Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC

Classification: dry red

Vineyards location: Abruzzo

Trellising: spur pruned cordon

Soil: medium clay-rich soil

Vineyards production: 70-90 q.li/ha

Bottles produced: 10.000

Vinification: while the must ferments, grape skins are left macerating for a period which lasts from 18 to 21 days according to the harvest in order to enhance the extraction of phenolic compounds including tannins, anthocyanins and fruity aromas. Both malolactic and alcoholic fermentations take place in stainless steel tanks, though this last one is temperature controlled.

Ageing process: four to six months in stainless steel followed by ten to twelve months in barrique.

Serving suggestion: this intense wine is apt for a wide variety of distinctive meals. It is also particularly suitable for pairing with traditionally reknown fine dishes and traditional italian ones, meat sauces, red meat courses, haggis and mature cheeses.

Serving temperature: 16-18°C

How to serve: uncork and serve after a little while

Recommended glass: burgundy glass