COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Montepulciano
PRODUCER
Ciccio Zaccagnini
REGION
Abruzzo
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Pinnvinet is a Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC from Cantina Zaccagnini, founded by Ciccio Zaccagnini in 1978. The wine is part of the producer's distinctive 'Dal Tralcetto' line, characterized by a vine shoot attached to the bottle, representing the winery's ethos of integrating art, culture, and tradition with winemaking. The grapes are sourced from vineyards in Bolognano, located in the Pescara hinterland of Abruzzo, a region renowned for its viticultural heritage. The winery's approach emphasizes a comprehensive 'from grape to glass' process.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€28
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Tralcetto' line features a real vine shoot tied to the bottle.
Fact 02
The winery's philosophy is 'Wine, the art of man.'
Fact 03
Cantina Zaccagnini cultivates approximately 300 hectares of vineyards.
Fact 04
The winery produces around three million bottles annually.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Pinnvinet involves the primary fermentation of Montepulciano grapes, typically conducted in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures. This method is employed to preserve the varietal's inherent fruit characteristics. While specific details on aging are not available, the approach generally aims to maintain the wine's freshness. The winery's overarching philosophy emphasizes a comprehensive 'from grape to glass' process, integrating tradition with a contemporary style and a respect for the land.
