# Moli Rosso (2023)

- **Producer:** Di Majo Norante
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Montepulciano, Aglianico
- **Region:** Molise, Italy
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €30
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, black cherry, black plum, butter, vanilla, leather, earth

## About this wine

The Moli Rosso 2023 is a red wine from the Terre degli Osci IGT in Molise, Italy, produced by Di Majo Norante. It is a blend primarily of Montepulciano with Aglianico. Di Majo Norante is a historic family producer in Molise, known for its commitment to organic viticulture and the preservation of Mediterranean grape varietals. The region's unique terroir, influenced by its proximity to the Adriatic Sea, contributes to the wine's character. The producer's philosophy emphasizes traditional methods and authenticity.

## Interesting facts

- Molise is Italy's youngest region, established in 1963.
- The vineyards are organically grown, using natural fertilizers.
- The Ramitello vineyard is just 100 meters above sea level.
- Manual harvesting ensures careful selection of grapes.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and fine-grained tannins are well-suited to complement the protein in meat dishes, softening their texture. Its balanced acidity cuts through richer sauces and fatty elements, while the fruit-forward notes can echo or contrast with herbs and spices in the food.

## Wine making process

The Moli Rosso 2023 is produced using traditional vinification methods, including long maceration in steel vats. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes complete malolactic fermentation. It is then aged for 3 months in the bottle, with some indications of a prior 6-month period in large, used French oak barrels. The grapes are organically grown and hand-harvested from the Ramitello vineyard.