Binomio Collezione Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC Riserva 2017 La Valentina

Binomio Collection Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC Riserva 2017 La Valentina: elegance and character from Abruzzo

• TYPEDOC Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva

• PRODUCTION AREAMunicipality of San Valentino in Abruzzo Citeriore (PE), pre-park at the foot of Monte Maiella. Altitude from 300 to 350 m a.s.l., south exposure.

• GRAPE VARIETY100% Montepulciano

• SOIL TYPEClayey soil of medium texture.

• AGE OF VINEYARDS50 years.

• VINIFICATIONDestemming by vibration with Pellenc Selectiv’ Process, the perfectly whole and intact berries rest naturally for 24-48 hours in total absence of sulfites. In the first two weeks, fermentation with light daily pump-overs and one delestage. In the following weeks, maceration with simple wetting of the cap. Racking into new tonneaux and barriques (40%) and second passage (60%).

• TRAINING SYSTEMAbruzzo pergola with three arms.

• COLORDark ruby red.

• AROMAIntense bouquet, characterized by hints of currants and spirit-soaked sour cherries, with notes of toasted almond and gentian and a fine spiciness.

• PAIRINGSPairs well with lamb and goat, cooked in a wood oven. Excellent pairing also with Pecorino di Farindola IGP and pasta made from ancient grains served with local legumes.

• TASTEOn the palate, the wine shows its opulence, framed by a dense and well-integrated tannic structure, in perfect balance between warmth and softness.

• AGINGAging for a period of 12 months, then light filtration before bottling.