Wines made from Montepulciano grapes of Rosso Conero
Discover the best wines made with Montepulciano as a single variety or as a blend of Rosso Conero.
Powerful, fruity reds with a deep ruby robe, supple but present tannins and fresh acidity, showing intense aromas of black cherry, blackberry, plum, violet, sweet spices, liquorice and balsamic notes. Round, generous palate, approachable young. Also in luscious rosés. Absolute star of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC, Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo DOC (rosé) and Colline Teramane DOCG, pillar of the Marche (Conero DOCG). Autochthonous Abruzzo variety, one of the most planted in Italy.
DOC of the Marche on the Monte Conero promontory south of Ancona, limestone soils facing the Adriatic. Montepulciano is the signature red king (min. 85%, up to 15% Sangiovese): powerful and concentrated with wild black cherry, blackberry, blueberry, plum, Mediterranean herbs and black pepper, firm tannins — fleshy Mediterranean version of the grape. With age: leather, tobacco, undergrowth.