Cocciapazza Montepulciano D’Abruzzo

Producer: Torre Dei Beati

Region: Abruzzo - Loreto Aprutino

Variety: 100% Montepulciano

Volume: 2020

Vinification: Vinification in stainless steel tanks, aging for 20 months in French oak barrels.

Color/ bouquet/ flavor: The wine has a ruby red color. On the nose, red fruits, black pepper, licorice combined with balsamic, chocolate, and tobacco. On the palate, good structure with present soft tannins and fresh acids, making the wine pleasantly drinkable and never feeling heavy.

Score and comment: Fausto selects his grapes very strictly regardless of which wine he makes, and that is noticeable. A standout from the "coming man" from Abruzzo! Scores: 2019 – 95/100 Antonio Galloni, 2017 - 93/100 Antonio Galloni This wine received the highest rating *** in Ian D’Agata’s renowned book “Native Wine Grapes of Italy.”

Dish combinations:

• Florentine steak or any other type of steak with grilled vegetables.
• Stuffed leg of lamb (stuffed with herbs).

Serving temperature: 18 C° Best open 1 hour in advance!

Alcohol: 14.5%

Shelf life: + 15 years