COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Montepulciano
PRODUCER
Fattoria La Valentina
REGION
Abruzzo
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Valentina Spelt Riserva 2017 is a Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC Riserva from Fattoria La Valentina, a family-owned estate founded in 1990. Located in the Abruzzo region of Italy, the winery emphasizes a philosophy of respecting the land and its biological balance through organic and biodynamic farming practices. The Spelt Riserva is produced from a select parcel of Montepulciano grapes, representing a commitment to quality and the expression of the unique Abruzzese terroir. The 2017 vintage benefited from a warm and dry growing season, contributing to the wine's character.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Certified organic since 2016.
Fact 02
Vineyards range from 150-400 meters elevation.
Fact 03
Uses a mix of large Slavonian oak and smaller barriques for aging.
Fact 04
The wine is considered vegan-friendly.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
La Valentina Spelt Riserva 2017 is produced from 100% Montepulciano grapes. The harvest is conducted by hand in early October. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks for about three weeks. The wine is then aged for 16 months in a mix of large Slavonian oak barrels (25 hl), new and second-fill barriques, and tonneaux. It receives a further period of aging in 25 hl oak barrels, followed by one year in bottle before commercialization. The estate employs organic and biodynamic farming practices.
