Quattro Mani Montepulciano d'Abruzzo '20

From 60-year-old vines in Italy's Abruzzo region, this Montepulciano displays a deep ruby-purple core. The nose offers an enticing mix of black cherry, cured meat, and crushed violet aromas with subtle earthy undertones. The palate delivers impressive concentration - flavors of plum, licorice, and roasted herbs unfold with velvety tannins and refreshing acidity (6.0 g/L TA) that earned consistent 90-92 point scores. Aged 12 months in large Slavonian oak botti, this 13.5% alcohol red finishes with a pleasant grip. Pair with porchetta or mushroom pasta - the 2020 vintage shows the noble potential of this often-overlooked variety.