Feudi d’Albe, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2009

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Our Price:  £7.65Earn 7 Loyalty Points Bottle or Case:    Single Bottle:  £7.65  Case of 6:  £45.90  Case of 12:  £91.80 Producer:  Cantina Bove Grape Varieties:  100% Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Optimum Drinking:  Within 4 years Wine Style:  Well textured mellow red Alcohol by Volume:  12% Country:  Italy Availability:

The native Montepulciano grape (not to be confused with the town of that name in Tuscany where Vino Nobile is made) is a vine of undeniable distinction. In parts of the Abruzzi, mainly in the north, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo becomes a red wine of irresistible character; full-bodied, even robust, with a capacity to age but it enjoys such supple smoothness that it can be eminently drinkable even when young.

The Bove style is to make well textured, mellow red wines showing good typicity. Their FEUDI D'ALBE is made in an easy drinking style which may be drunk on its own or to accompany food while the AVEGIANO is rich with chunky fruit and firm tannins. Their flagship INDIO shows dense flavours with hints of chocolate and spice enhanced by oak ageing.

Soil: Marl & Clay

Vinification: Skin maceration. Fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel tank.

Ageing: 8 months maturation in stainless steel tanks followed by 3 months in bottle prior to release.

Colour: Intense ruby red.

Serve: At room temperature with spicy dishes, grilled meats, game and cheese.

Taste: Full-flavoured, pleasantly dry with a hint of liquorice and a bouquet reminiscent of wild berries.