COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Montepulciano
PRODUCER
CIRELLI LA COLLINA BIOLOGICA SRL
REGION
Abruzzo
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Cirelli Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC 2023 is a 100% Montepulciano red wine from the Abruzzo region of Italy. Produced by CIRELLI LA COLLINA BIOLOGICA SRL, the estate is committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices. The winery's philosophy centers on minimal intervention in the cellar to allow the terroir to express itself authentically. Francesco Cirelli and his wife Michela manage the estate, focusing on creating wines that reflect the unique character of Abruzzo, balancing Mediterranean warmth with Alpine freshness. The 2023 vintage faced challenges in the region, but the wine was produced to showcase the authentic expression of the grape and its origin.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Certified organic and biodynamic farming.
Fact 02
Minimal intervention winemaking philosophy.
Fact 03
Grapes are hand-picked.
Fact 04
Wine Enthusiast awarded 90 points to a previous vintage.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Cirelli Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2023 is produced using 100% Montepulciano grapes that are hand-picked. The winemaking process involves spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, followed by a maceration period of approximately one week. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks or cement vats. Following fermentation, the wine is aged on its fine lees for four months in stainless steel vats. The producer, CIRELLI LA COLLINA BIOLOGICA SRL, adheres to organic and biodynamic farming practices and employs a philosophy of minimal intervention in the cellar.
