Product Details
Description
La Musa Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is a smooth and fruity red wine. It delivers rich flavours of black cherries, plums, and a touch of spice. The wine has a velvety texture with soft tannins and a lingering finish. Deep ruby red, it offers subtle notes of dark chocolate and dried herbs. This medium to full-bodied wine pairs well with many dishes, making it a great choice for any occasion.
History and Winemaking
The Montepulciano grapes used in this wine are grown in the picturesque region of Abruzzo, Italy. This area is renowned for its perfect combination of a warm Mediterranean climate and cooling mountain breezes. These unique conditions create an ideal environment for the grapes to ripen slowly and evenly, allowing them to develop rich, concentrated flavours. The result is a wine with depth and character. La Musa embraces traditional winemaking techniques, carefully crafting a wine that highlights the region’s natural beauty. This process ensures a wine that is both bold in flavour and perfectly suited to complement a wide variety of dishes.
Tasting Notes
La Musa offers rich fruit aromas, including black cherries and ripe plums. There are hints of spice, cocoa, and earthiness on the palate. Soft tannins and a smooth finish make it a delightful wine to enjoy with meals.
Pairings
A versatile and crowd-pleasing red, this Montepulciano is perfect with classic Italian dishes like pasta Bolognese, wood-fired pizza, or aubergine parmigiana. It also pairs well with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and hard cheeses such as Pecorino or Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Extra Information
- Producer: La Musa
- Region: Abruzzo
- Country: Italy
- Grape Variety: Montepulciano
- DOC: Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
- Colour: Red
- ABV: Typically 12.5-13.5%
- Style: Smooth, Fruity, Medium to Full-Bodied