Montepulciano

Montepulciano is an Italian grape variety that cultivated throughout the country, but it is mostly associated with central Italy, particularly with the regions Abruzzo and Marche. Montepulciano-based wines are typically medium-bodied, with soft tannins and fruit-forward flavors, while the aromas that are reminiscent of cherries.

They can benefit from aging and tend to develop more concentrated fruit flavors and herbaceous and spicy aromas. Most examples are food-friendly and pair well with a variety of dishes, namely roasts, grilled meat, lamb, pasta, tomato-based sauces, and pizza.