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The Wines of Abruzzo

Wines of AbruzzoAbruzzo’s grape constituency is essentially comprised of one white and one red—Trebbiano and Montepulciano,respectively. Both take the name of the regional designation to form Abruzzo’s most prolific DOCs—Montepulciano d’Abruzzo and Trebbiano d’Abruzzo. Many are quite familiar with both, given their representation in Abruzzo’s historically undiscriminating turnout. As indicated above, this orientation has slightly shifted in recent years, although the innate character of each grape somewhat supports mass production efforts.
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Per Linda Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo 2009, 750ml Quattro Mani Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2008, 750ml
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Per Linda Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo 2009 Quattro Mani Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2008
Similar to Toscana, the sunny, Abruzzo climate and cooler nights provide ample climate for the Montepulciano grape. When normally produced, the Montepulciano d'Abruzzo produces a rich red wine; the Cerasuolo style is a rosé version of this wine. After harvest, the wine is in contact with the grape skins for only a few hours leaving a lighter, fresher rosé wine. Producers in Abruzzo are seeking to maximize Montepulciano's rich core of black and purple fruits through aging in barrique and rigorous processes of selection, producing concentrated offerings. Nose of raspberries and strawberries. A balanced and smooth body, with fruit flavors. Made by consulting winemaker Attilio Pagli, this wine revels in Montepulciano's simple, yet seductive fruit. Quattro Mani, or four hands, showcases a quartet of celebrated Italian winemakers, each of whom crafts wines that express the character and strength of varietals indigenous to Italy.
   
 
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