Sunday, March 3, 2013

2010 Cortenova Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Tasting


Name: Cortenova Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Varietal: 100% Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Region: Veneto
Country: Italy
Year: 2010
Price: $6.95

Vintage Cellar's Review:

“100% Montepulciano d' Abruzzo. Deep ruby red color with violet highlights and a pleasant and fruity bouquet. Full bodied, soft tannins and good acidity. Excellent with pasta dishes and red meats.”

My Review:
The first thing I noticed was the great, red-ruby color. The nose left me with plum and light berries, and possibly blackcurrant? The body had berry subtleties and other sweet fruit hints with a slight spice. Overall, a complex, full-bodied wine with light acidity and soft tannins. The spice makes it a great complement to heavier and complex meat dishes.

Tasted without food.

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