{"title":"Montepulciano d'Abruzzo","description":"\u003cp\u003eMontepulciano d'Abruzzo is one of Central Italy's most representative red wines: full-bodied, warm, with soft tannins and generous fruit that makes it versatile at the table. In this selection, you'll find Montepulciano d'Abruzzo online chosen from small organic producers—winemakers who cultivate their vineyards with respect and bottle without shortcuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the best organic Montepulciano d'Abruzzo?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrganic Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is distinguished by its deep color, aromas of black cherry and violet, and a tannic structure that balances softness and persistence. Our producers work with spontaneous fermentations, indigenous yeasts, and minimal sulfites, enhancing the character of the grape without corrective interventions in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings and serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal temperature: 16–18 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal dishes: Abruzzese arrosticini, baked lamb, pasta alla chitarra with ragu, aged Pecorino cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAlso excellent with grilled meat dishes and regional cured meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover our selection of organic Montepulciano d'Abruzzo and support the small Abruzzese winemakers who annually express the best of this territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/albiocorini.com\/collections\/all\"\u003eExplore the entire selection →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"montepulciano-dabruzzo-bio","title":"Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC Organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMontepulciano D’Abruzzo DOC BIO\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from \u003cstrong\u003ePalazzo Centofanti\u003c\/strong\u003e, an organic winery in Giuliano Teatino, nestled in the hills of Chieti province in Abruzzo. Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is the region's most important red grape variety — a thick-skinned grape, rich in color and polyphenols, which finds an ideal climate in these hills between the Apennines and the Adriatic: warm summers, nocturnal temperature excursions that preserve acidity and aromas, and clay soils that provide structure. The grapes are harvested manually in the second half of October, when the vine reaches its full maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking is respectful and precise: fermentation with skins and extended maceration at controlled temperatures, complete extraction of the must with soft presses, aging in stainless steel tanks, and then 6 months in bottle before release. This process prioritizes aromatic clarity and fruit integrity over wood intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt presents a brilliant ruby red color with violet reflections. On the nose, ripe cherry, black cherry, small red fruits, floral notes, and a touch of spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied, soft, with well-integrated tannins and a persistence that invites another taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrape variety:\u003c\/em\u003e Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 100% | \u003cem\u003eVintage:\u003c\/em\u003e 2024 | \u003cem\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/em\u003e 12.5% | \u003cem\u003eFormat:\u003c\/em\u003e 0.75 l\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/em\u003e 18–20°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/em\u003e Fermentation with skins and extended maceration at controlled temperature. Complete extraction with soft presses. Aging in stainless steel + 6 months in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor those who love Italian reds with character and want to discover organic Montepulciano d'Abruzzo in its most genuine version — no wood, no tricks, just fruit and terroir. This is the right bottle for those seeking a versatile table red, with structure but not heavy, suitable for both an informal dinner and a more elaborate meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen to drink it\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is already enjoyable today thanks to 6 months in bottle, but it has the characteristics to evolve well over the next 3-5 years. It does not require decanting, but an hour of opening before serving enhances its aromas. Serve at 18–20°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTaste characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA full-bodied and soft Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, in which the richness of the fruit — ripe cherry, black cherry, red fruits — integrates with well-integrated tannins and a freshness that balances the structure. Aging in steel preserves aromatic clarity without imparting woody notes. The finish is persistent and invites another taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy we chose this wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause Palazzo Centofanti's Montepulciano tells the story of Abruzzo with sincerity — organic, hand-harvested in late October, winemaking that respects the fruit. The choice to age in steel instead of wood is a deliberate decision: to preserve the freshness and aromatic clarity of Montepulciano without homogenizing it. We propose it as the benchmark Abruzzese red in our selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat dishes pair well with Montepulciano d'Abruzzo BIO?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCured meats, pasta with meat ragù, Abruzzese arrosticini, roast lamb, aged cheeses. Its structure also makes it suitable for more elaborate dishes such as porchetta or wild boar stew.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are the grapes harvested in late October?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMontepulciano is a late-ripening grape variety — harvesting it in the second half of October ensures full phenolic ripeness, with mature and soft tannins and optimal aromatic concentration. An earlier harvest would yield a greener and more astringent wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it aged in steel and not in wood?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe choice of steel preserves the aromatic freshness and fruit clarity of Montepulciano, without adding vanilla or spice notes imparted by wood. It is a winemaking approach that focuses on the varietal and territorial identity of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a certified organic wine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Palazzo Centofanti is a certified organic winery in Giuliano Teatino, in the province of Chieti. No synthetic pesticides are used in the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PALAZZO CENTOFANTI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51908751819079,"sku":"A-PC-MA24","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/8025\/7351\/files\/MontepulcianoD_AbruzzoDOC_Sito.png?v=1752242081"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/8025\/7351\/collections\/bottiglia-di-montepulciano-di-abruzzo-banner-orizzontale.png?v=1784577840","url":"https:\/\/albiocorini.com\/en\/collections\/montepulciano-d-abruzzo.oembed","provider":"ALBio Corini","version":"1.0","type":"link"}