Montepulciano D'abruzzo
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC appellation covers a large area, which includes the territories of many municipalities in the provinces of Chieti, L'Aquila, Pescara and Teramo. The specification provides for an ampelographic basis of a minimum of 85% of Montepulciano. Other red berried grapes authorized in the Abruzzo region can compete for a maximum of 15%. For the Riserva version, there is a minimum ageing period of 2 years, of which at least 9 months in wood. Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC is one of the most famous reds in central Italy, a wine with an important, rich and deep structure.