# Swebbtv Montepulciano D’Abruzzo Organic (2021)

- **Producer:** SOCIETA' COOPERATIVA AGRICOLA PRODUTTORI RIUNITI IN PIAN DI MARE
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Montepulciano
- **Region:** Abruzzo, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €13
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red plum, red cherry, black cherry, vanilla, cloves

## About this wine

The Swebbtv Montepulciano D’Abruzzo Organic 2021 is an organic red wine from the Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC in Abruzzo, Italy. It is produced by SOCIETA' COOPERATIVA AGRICOLA PRODUTTORI RIUNITI IN PIAN DI MARE, a cooperative dedicated to showcasing the region's and grape's identity. The wine's production emphasizes sustainable farming, with the producer aiming for full organic certification across its vineyards. The unique microclimate of Abruzzo, influenced by both mountains and the sea, plays a significant role in the character of the Montepulciano grape used in this wine.

## Interesting facts

- Producer is committed to converting all hectares to organic certification.
- Abruzzo's landscape is shaped by mountains and the Adriatic Sea.
- Montepulciano is Italy's second most planted red grape variety.
- This wine is vegan-friendly.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and structured tannins are well-suited to complement the proteins in dishes like lamb and pork. Its balanced acidity can cut through richer sauces and fatty meats, while its fruit notes can harmonize with tomato-based pasta sauces and earthy legumes.

## Wine making process

The Swebbtv Montepulciano D’Abruzzo Organic 2021 is produced using 100% Montepulciano grapes. Fermentation occurs in steel tanks under controlled temperatures, with a maceration period of 15-20 days. Post-fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for about 6 months in steel tanks on noble lees. Some indications suggest potential partial aging in oak barrels. The producer, SOCIETA' COOPERATIVA AGRICOLA PRODUTTORI RIUNITI IN PIAN DI MARE, employs organic viticulture and is working towards full organic certification for its vineyards.