Masciarelli
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2022
Abruzzo
Masciarelli Montepulciano d’Abruzzo sets the global standard for the grape, offering both iconic quality and everyday accessibility. Made from 100% estate-grown Montepulciano, it showcases rich dark cherry fruit with spicy, smoky notes, and a full, fleshy palate with surprising depth and length. Sourced from vineyards across Abruzzo at varied elevations, the wine is vinified in stainless steel with 10–15 days of maceration and refined for 20 months. Since 1981, it has served as a true ambassador for Montepulciano and the Abruzzo region.
WINE
Masciarelli Montepulciano d’Abruzzo sets the global standard for the grape, offering both iconic quality and everyday accessibility. Made from 100% estate-grown Montepulciano, it showcases rich dark cherry fruit with spicy, smoky notes, and a full, fleshy palate with surprising depth and length. Sourced from vineyards across Abruzzo at varied elevations, the wine is vinified in stainless steel with 10–15 days of maceration and refined for 20 months. Since 1981, it has served as a true ambassador for Montepulciano and the Abruzzo region.
VINEYARD
5 separate vineyard sites, with clay and limestone soils, ranging from 200 to 400 meters above sea level. Vines are Abruzzo pergola or single Guyot trained, and range in age from 5-40 years.
WINEMAKING
In stainless steel tanks, temperature-controlled 28-30°C. Maceration for 15-20 days. Maturation in stainless steel.
VINTAGE
The 2022 growing season in Abruzzo saw early budding and development due to a hot and dry spring, followed by intense heat and limited rainfall. Summer storms provided some relief, helping the vines cope with the heat. Harvest began in early August with white grapes, followed by red grape varieties in September. Despite the heat, the summer rains provided the necessary hydration for the vines, resulting in a vintage with balanced acidity and concentrated flavors. The harvest was earlier than usual due to the early growing season.
TASTING NOTE
Limpid, deep ruby red color. Intense, complex bouquet. Dark cherries, blackberries, black raspberries and undergrowth.
FOOD PAIRING
Grilled meats, pizza, red sauce pastas
Color
Red
Blend %
100% Montepulciano
Appellation
Abruzzo
Alcohol
13.5%
Suggested Retail Price
$16
Reviews
Vinous - October 11, 2024 “The 2022 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo opens with a savory mix of wild herbs, cedar shavings and dried black cherries. It impresses with its silken textures and a solid core of tart wild berry fruits elevated by a tinge of zesty acidity toward the close. Violet inner florals combine with blood orange as the 2022 finishes long and gently tannic yet still relatively fresh.”
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