FULL NAME Rosso di Montepulciano DOC 2021 De' Ricci
NAMERosso di Montepulciano
VINTAGE 2021
DOSAGEDry
COUNTRYItaly
Tuscany region
GRAPE VARIETY Angiovese 85%, Merlot 15%
AGINGTonneaux
SIZE 0.75 L
FLAVORSCherry, Sweet violet
ALCOHOL CONTENT 13.5%
TEMPERATURE18-20?
SULPHITES Contains sulphites
Rosso di Montepulciano is produced by the De' Ricci winery and takes its name from a historic Montepulciano family of medieval origins. The historic and charming winery is located in Palazzo Ricci in the center of Montepulciano and is today owned by the Trabalzini family. The wine comes from vineyards located on the hills near Podere La Croce (300 m above sea level) on the eastern side of Montepulciano.

The wine is produced from Sangiovese grapes with a small addition of Merlot, which are partially pressed, and then vinified in steel vats at a controlled temperature with a maceration on the skins that lasts a maximum of 15 days. The refinement of the wine takes place in tonneaux for approx. 6 months, and then continue for at least 6 months in the bottle.

Lively ruby red in colour, the nose reveals aromas of violet, fragrant cherry, with light spicy notes. The sip is dry and savory, with rightly perceptible tannins.

Ideal in combination with rich land starters and stewed and grilled red meats.