Wines made from Sangiovese grapes of Controguerra
Discover the best wines made with Sangiovese as a single variety or as a blend of Controguerra.
More informations about the variety Sangiovese
Firm, upright reds with precise acidity and angular tannins, showing aromas of sour cherry, plum, dried herbs, leather, black tea and balsamic notes. Characteristically bitter, savoury finish. Star of Chianti Classico DOCG, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG and Morellino di Scansano. Italy's most planted variety, a descendant of Ciliegiolo × Calabrese di Montenuovo.
More informations about the region of Abruzzo
Abruzzese DOC (1996) in northern Teramo (Ancarano, Colonnella, Torano Nuovo), Adriatic maritime hills. Montepulciano leads in reds (~70% of Rosso) — fleshy and sun-drenched with ripe notes of black cherry, plum, blackberry and a hint of savoury herbs, supple tannins and moderate acidity. Cabernet and Merlot as structuring Bordeaux complements. Trebbiano and Passerina in lively whites with citrus, stone fruit and floral hints.