Ruggito Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC 2023

Az. Agr. Buzzarone is more than a winery, it is the fulfilment of a dream pursued with great courage since 2015, building on a grandfather's legacy with the aim of enhancing the identity of the territory; this is how the Ruggito Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC was born. Ruggito Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC We are in Castelferrato, in the province of Chieti. The soils of our hills are mostly medium-textured clay and rich in nutrients. Here you could say that nature has been extremely generous. On one side, the proximity to Monte Majella brings significant temperature swings. On the other, the body of water helps to temper the air. Finally, the sea breeze from the Adriatic contributes to the savouriness and minerality that define our wines. We cultivate our land following the organic philosophy. We follow the natural rhythm without forcing anything. We keep our fields grassed over, which also prevents soil erosion. Sustainability matters to us and we use only naturally derived products. In everything we do, we put quality before quantity. In the cellar: Here too the philosophy is the same: we pursue non-invasive practices. Vinification follows traditional artisanal production methods enhanced by modern oenological knowledge. The wine is then aged using only the practice of bâtonnage. This practice enriches its complexity and extends its longevity, highlighting its natural organoleptic characteristics. We carry on the family tradition that has always embraced the art of the winegrower. Our wines are native to Abruzzo, made from single varieties. They are processed only in stainless steel, for the fullest varietal and territorial expression.

Technical sheet: Ruggito Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC

PRODUCTION AREA: Castelferrato - Torrevecchia Teatina SOIL: medium-textured clay_120 metres a.s.l. – flat TRAINING SYSTEM: Pergola Abruzzese – 110 quintals/ha HARVEST The grapes are picked exclusively by hand into crates in October. Destemming of the grapes and fermentation with skin maceration in temperature-controlled stainless steel, racked off at the end of alcoholic fermentation. GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Montepulciano ALCOHOL CONTENT 14,5%vol. TYPE: still red wine ORGANIC PRODUCT TASTING NOTES: Violet-red colour. On the nose, spicy notes softened by ripe red fruit. On the palate tannic and structured, then softening to leave a dry finish. Excellent young, it shows its best from 3 years. SERVING TEMPERATURE 18°/20°c Pairings: made from the Montepulciano grape with its fruity and spicy notes.A beautiful ruby red with violet highlights, it is a wine characterised by dense, soft tannins. It pairs well with baked pasta, cheeses and eggs in tomato sauce. Excellent with roast pork, slow-cooked spiced meats and lamb or mutton. AWARDS: Quality-Price Award Gambero Rosso Berebene 2024