Description
This DOC fine wine is the color of dark rubies. The scent is elegant with hints of dark red fruits. On the palate, tannins are present but not overwhelming, balanced acidity, and is very dry. Fruit forward, with notes of cherry, raspberry, and cranberry, followed by a little vanilla, chocolate, and spice. Ideal when paired with red meats and aged medium-sized cheeses.
This lovely red is made with 100% Montepulciano vines planted to clay on a southeast facing hillside at 300 meters elevation. Fermentation is carried out on skins in steel tanks for 15 days without temperature control. Aging for no less than six months in steel tanks, but exact time varies from vintage to vintage.
Poderi Marchesi Migliorati is situated in the commune of Loreto Aprutino, in the northern part of the province of Pescara, one of Abruzzo’s four main growing areas. The estate’s vineyards grow on a plateau at 350m above sea level, facing southeast towards the sea, a valley that was carved out by glaciers millions of years ago. The winery’s proximity to the Adriatic gives a more moderate climate than further inland resulting in a long, consistent growing season. The altitude and exposure of the vineyards allows the vines to absorb all the rays of the sun, which rises in the Majella district, from the Morrone Mountains, while benefiting from cooler temperatures than those of the plains, and thus guaranteeing controlled and a high concentration of aromas in the grapes. The soils are predominantly clay, with glacial deposits and small pebbles, a terroir that is ideal for the cultivation of Montepulciano, Trebbiano and Pecorino varietals.
In the hands of Valle Reale winemaker Enrico Antonioli, the estate produces pure, exuberant, mineral-driven wines that accentuate the fruit character of the varieties and highlight the seaside terroir. Marchesi Migliorati works exclusively with the indigenous varietals of Abruzzo (Montepulciano, Trebbiano and Pecorino), with low-invasive techniques that safeguards biodiversity in the environment. The estate looks to reclaim lost and forgotten vineyards in the heart of the region, revitalizing them with organic and biodynamic viticultural practices. Their entire production process is supported with clean energy produced by solar panels.
Annual Production is 8500 bottles.
