Cantina Zaccagnini San Clemente

Country: Italy Region: Abruzzo

Varietal: Montepulciano Vintage: 2016

Colour: Red Style: Dry

Producer: Cantina Zaccagnini

Description: Established in the early 1970’s in Bolognano, located in the heart of Abruzzo at the base of Gran Sasso – the highest mountain in the Apienne range, Marcello Zaccagnini’s philosophy has always been tied to the land. The estate’s vineyards are organically farmed, but not certified, as they occasionally have to purchase fruit from other growers due to weather conditions and/or increased demand, and cannot guarantee that those grapes are farmed organically.

The tralcetto (stick) is an actual grapevine cutting from the vineyards that is cut and tied by hand onto each bottle, representing the connection between the wine and the land. Zaccagnini’s mission is to invest in and promote the culture of the people, environment and wine-making processes that represent the values of Abruzzo.

Tasting Note: An aromatically rich red wine from Abruzzo that shows an intense ruby red color and releases fruity hints of currants, blueberries and cherries to the nose, framed by spicy scents of cardamom and coffee, with balsamic details. At the mouthfeel it is mellow but of character, with integrated tannins and a finish of Mediterranean herbs.

Food Matches: Pasta / Cream Cheese / Risottos