COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
PRODUCER
Emidio Pepe
REGION
Abruzzo
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Emidio Pepe 'Branella' Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2021 is a single-vineyard wine from the historic Branella vineyard, established by Emidio Pepe over five decades ago. This bottling offers a specific expression of the Montepulciano grape from this esteemed Abruzzo estate. Emidio Pepe, a pioneer in biodynamic winemaking in Italy, has maintained a consistent, traditional approach since taking over the family winery in 1964. The family's winemaking legacy dates back to 1899. The Branella vineyard, acquired by Emidio Pepe in 1981, is a high-elevation site characterized by clay-limestone soils, including blue clay marls and sandy zones. The vineyard is cultivated using organic and biodynamic practices under a traditional pergola system.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€130
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Branella vineyard planted in 1966.
Fact 02
Emidio Pepe acquired Branella in 1981.
Fact 03
Vineyard is high-elevation with clay-limestone soils.
Fact 04
Uses traditional pergola vine training.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Emidio Pepe's Montepulciano d'Abruzzo begins with hand-harvesting and hand-destemming of the grapes. Fermentation is spontaneous, utilizing native yeasts in glass-lined cement tanks or cement tanks, with grapes often foot-tread. The winemaking is characterized by a non-interventionist approach, with no fining or filtration. Following fermentation, the wine ages for approximately two years in glass-lined cement tanks or cement vats. This is followed by extended bottle aging before release. The total sulfur dioxide levels are kept below 50mg/litre.
