Skaramantico, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo D.O.C.

PALAZZO CENTOFANTI WINE LINE
Skaramantico, Montepulciano D.O.C.
 
Tipology: red D.O.C. (Controlled Designation of Origin).
Grape variety: Montepulciano 
Production area: Giuliano Teatino, Abruzzo, Italy.
Harvest: second decade of october, selecting ripe and sane grapes with a sugar content of 20/22%.
Soil: loam with gravel.
Yield per hectar: 80/100 q.li/Ha .
Wine-making: maceration with the skins in steel tanks at a controlled temperature. Integral extraction of must with soft pressing.
Aging: in stainless steel tanks then aged for 12 months in little oak barrels. Further refining for 12 months in bottle.
Organoleptic features: wine has an elegant deep red color with an intense aroma of vanilla, chocolate, tobacco and licorice. It has a well balanced and complex flavor. Full and soft on the palate.
Food pairings: savoury dishes made of truffle, meat, game, ripened cheese and cold cuts.
Storage method: horizontally in a dark place at about 16°C temperature.
Service temperature: 18°/20°C
Alcohol: 14% vol.